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To remove something from a list

cross off

to draw a line through something on a list to show that you have dealt with it

strike off

to remove something from a list or record

check off

to tick off something

scratch out

to remove a word from a sentence or something from a list by drawing a line through it

tick off

to put the symbol ✓ next to something on a list to show that you have dealt with it

scratch

verb

to remove something, for example a word from a sentence or something from a list

cyberloafing

using the Internet where you work, during working hours, for activities which are not work-related

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neutrino

a particle that is smaller than an atom and has no electrical charge

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show a bit of ankle

… to reveal a small part of your intentions in order to attract support, without actually committing yourself to doing anything

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