Synonyms for Dislodge
Definition of dislodge
verb
- remove or force out from a position; "The dentist dislodged the piece of food that had been stuck under my gums"; "He finally could free the legs of the earthquake victim who was buried in the rubble"
- change place or direction; "Shift one's position"
- remove or force from a position of dwelling previously occupied; "The new employee dislodged her by moving into her office space"
5 synonyms found
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