Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

If it holds onto those gains it will have erased most of its losses for the year.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

Replay also would have erased a touchdown by Miami’s Edgerrin James in which he stepped out of bounds.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 16, 2023

"We have erased him, thrown him out," the Turkish leader said.

From BBC • Nov. 5, 2023

The proposed zoning changes also would have erased language that recognizes Hogg Hummock as a unique and historic place with an indigenous population worthy of special protection.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 11, 2023

Shock seemed to have erased that hour entirely.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black