B2
elimination vs removal
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| eliminationnoun/ɪˌlɪm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/ | Meaning the act of completely removing or getting rid of something, or of removing someone from a contest | Goes with complete elimination | Example Doctors are working toward the complete elimination of the disease by 2030. |
| removalnoun/rɪˈmuː.vəl/ | Meaning the act of taking something or someone away from a place or position | Goes with removal of | Example Doctors advised the removal of the damaged tooth. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
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