evacuate
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Britannica Dictionary definition of EVACUATE
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to remove (someone) from a dangerous place
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People who live along the coast are being evacuated as the hurricane approaches.
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During World War II, children were evacuated from London to the country.
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to leave (a dangerous place)
[+ object]
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Residents were ordered to evacuate the building.
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Residents have been ordered to evacuate.
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[+ object]
medical
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to pass (solid waste) from your body
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evacuate your bowels
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[count]
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Many nations are assisting in the evacuation of the refugees.
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repeated evacuations of the embassy
