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dis-LOJ/dɪsˈlɒdʒ/

To dislodge is to force something or someone out of a fixed position: dislodge a wedge, dislodge a chair. Remove is everyday; a styling note is not a fire certificate.

Meaning

To force something or someone out of a fixed position.

Examples

• “Dislodge the wedge from the fire door and log it; a styling note is not a certificate.”
• “Remove is everyday. Unseat is the political twin. Styling is a mood board. A dated door check is a file. Clear the wedge; then dress the frame if the inspector still allows it.”

Good to know

Force out of position. Everyday: remove. Styling ≠ a fire-door log.

Near in meaning

remove, shift, unseat

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