as in removal
the getting rid of whatever is unwanted or useless
the scrapping of the park's last horse-drawn carriage marks the end of an era
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as in bickering
to express different opinions about something often angrily
the young couple often scrapped about money and their very disparate spending habits
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as in dumping
to get rid of as useless or unwanted
we've decided to scrap the second car
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as in abandoning
to put an end to (something planned or previously agreed to)
we scrapped our plans to go to Paris, and set out the next day for Prague
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Recent Examples of scrapping
Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 16 Mar. 2026
In 2015, concerns surrounding Japan’s Rugby World Cup preparations—including the scrapping and redesign of Tokyo’s flagship national stadium due to cost overruns—prompted public discussion about venue readiness and delivery risk.
—Michael Fealey, Sportico.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Sir Alex Ferguson was never a fan during his long reign as Manchester United boss, and Arsene Wenger even went as far as calling for its scrapping during his final season as Arsenal manager.
—Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
The administration’s ban on new renewables projects and scrapping of Joe Biden’s clean energy incentives risk putting America at an energy disadvantage.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 3 Jan. 2026
The implementation of the national curriculum has been a mess, and some lawmakers and parents continue to call for its scrapping.
—Martin K.n Siele, semafor.com, 5 Sep. 2025
Jennifer Elias, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
Marcus Smart diving and scrapping and leading cheers with a scream.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
His approach to the game is unashamedly intense, launching himself at crosses and scrapping with centre-halves.
—Thom Harris, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2026
TokyoReuters — Japan on Tuesday unveiled its biggest overhaul of defense export rules in decades, scrapping restrictions on overseas arms sales and opening the way for exports of warships, missiles and other weapons.
—CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
According to the @ChicagoPiping social media account, which chronicles the latest in all things Chicago piping plovers, the birds were already back scrapping with each other to establish their territory on Montrose.
—Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Irresponsible fiscal management of the city’s finances is no excuse for scrapping a reserve that is meant to protect the residents during difficult times.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
The uncertainty over the closure of more than 500 schools is creating headaches for parents concerned about finding child care or scrapping test prep.
—ABC News, 10 Apr. 2026
Instead of scrapping the parts, the executive had allegedly organized the sale of them through a company in which his wife was involved, reportedly making a significant profit.
—Simon Akam, Vanity Fair, 2 Apr. 2026
Noun
Those ships were moved back to the States on a heavy-lift vessel in January for eventual scrapping.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 16 Mar. 2026
In 2015, concerns surrounding Japan’s Rugby World Cup preparations—including the scrapping and redesign of Tokyo’s flagship national stadium due to cost overruns—prompted public discussion about venue readiness and delivery risk.
—Michael Fealey, Sportico.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Sir Alex Ferguson was never a fan during his long reign as Manchester United boss, and Arsene Wenger even went as far as calling for its scrapping during his final season as Arsenal manager.
—Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
The administration’s ban on new renewables projects and scrapping of Joe Biden’s clean energy incentives risk putting America at an energy disadvantage.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 3 Jan. 2026
The implementation of the national curriculum has been a mess, and some lawmakers and parents continue to call for its scrapping.
—Martin K.n Siele, semafor.com, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
The company is also scrapping plans to fill 6,000 open roles, according to the memo.
—Jennifer Elias, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
Marcus Smart diving and scrapping and leading cheers with a scream.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
His approach to the game is unashamedly intense, launching himself at crosses and scrapping with centre-halves.
—Thom Harris, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2026
TokyoReuters — Japan on Tuesday unveiled its biggest overhaul of defense export rules in decades, scrapping restrictions on overseas arms sales and opening the way for exports of warships, missiles and other weapons.
—CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
According to the @ChicagoPiping social media account, which chronicles the latest in all things Chicago piping plovers, the birds were already back scrapping with each other to establish their territory on Montrose.
—Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Irresponsible fiscal management of the city’s finances is no excuse for scrapping a reserve that is meant to protect the residents during difficult times.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
The uncertainty over the closure of more than 500 schools is creating headaches for parents concerned about finding child care or scrapping test prep.
—ABC News, 10 Apr. 2026
Instead of scrapping the parts, the executive had allegedly organized the sale of them through a company in which his wife was involved, reportedly making a significant profit.
—Simon Akam, Vanity Fair, 2 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scrapping
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The elevated design will affect 11 parks and several greenways, including the complete removal of Wilmore Park.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
1 May 2026
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Heavy encrustations of golden mussels have blocked pipes in municipal and industrial water intakes, which has necessitated costly biofouling removal.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
1 May 2026
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Roll said his top concerns are water and energy use, along with water and heat dumping.—
Addison Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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The Avs did more dumping than chasing and rode their puck luck harder than usual.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Uniting the Selke Guys One of the luxuries Tampa has at its disposal is having two terrific defensive centers in Anthony Cirelli and Yanni Gourde.—
Arpon Basu,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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But the Navy also has divers and small teams of explosive ordnance disposal technicians in the region that are capable of clearing mines.—
Ben Finley,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Scrapping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scrapping. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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