Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word that best expresses the meaning of the given phrase.

Erase or remove completely

  1. expurgated

  2. expunged

  3. execrated

  4. excavated
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Expunge means to erase, remove, or obliterate completely - exactly matching 'erase or remove completely'. It's often used for deleting records from official documents. Expurgated means to remove objectionable material (usually from texts). Execrated means to detest or loathe. Excavated means to dig out or unearth (archaeology).

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