garbage collection

British  

noun

1. computing a systems routine for eliminating invalid or out-of-date data and releasing storage locations

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Example Sentences

Inflation for basic services - including electricity, water and garbage collection - rose 325.4% in the 12 months through March, according to data from Venezuela's central bank, published last week.

From Reuters

At stake in this election were about 8,000 seats for representatives in more than 200 municipalities that control local services like garbage collection and construction permitting, and a handful of mayoral positions.

From New York Times

And the upheaval that followed on Monday — civil unrest, a nationwide strike, suspensions of health services, schools, flights and even garbage collection — seemed anything but stable.

From New York Times

This, alongside with rolling strikes that affect oil depots, public transport and garbage collection, represent the most serious challenge to the centrist president's authority since the "Yellow Vest" revolt four years ago.

From Reuters

She was easily reelected in 2021 but has since faced numerous problems, including violent crime, fitful progress on major street projects and unreliable garbage collection.

From Seattle Times