Example Sentences

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That history, the majority found, obviated the need for the preclearance system.

From Salon • Aug. 6, 2023

“Couldn’t you have solved this problem or precluded this, obviated this problem by obtaining a general release in your settlement?” he asked.

From Washington Times • Jan. 18, 2023

Mike Smith has obviated those concerns down the stretch, with the 40-year-old winning nine of his final 10 games and looking quite sharp.

From Seattle Times • May 1, 2022

Technology has not obviated the need for sustained artillery capabilities and armor.

From Washington Post • Apr. 22, 2022

This may be obviated to some extent by inclining the scraper as in Fig.

From Modern Machine-Shop Practice, Volumes I and II by Rose, Joshua