Uproot
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Physical Action
Implies strong effort or force used in removing something. The gardener had to uproot stubborn weeds.
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Complete Removal
Highlights the removal of the entire object, leaving nothing behind. They decided to uproot the dead bush, including its roots.
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Metaphorical Use
Sometimes used metaphorically to describe thorough change. The new policy will uproot old procedures.