ripple

/ˈrɪp·əl/

Definition

› Something that ripples moves in a way that is not obvious but is noticeable: [I always + adv/prep] A shy smile rippled nervously over his features.

(Definition of ripple verb from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

to get rid of something or someone that is not wanted or needed

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