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The correct spelling is vacate.
How to pronounce vacate
verb
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The correct spelling is vacate. To move out of a dwelling, either by choice or by eviction. For example: "I have to vacate my house by midday, as the new owner is moving in."
Usage Examples
“I have to vacate my house by midday, as the new owner is moving in.”
“He vacated his coaching position because of the corruption scandal.”
“The judge vacated the earlier decision when new evidence was presented.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To move out of a dwelling, either by choice or by eviction.
- 2.To leave an office or position.
- 3.To have a court judgement set aside; to annul.
- 4.To leave an area, usually as a result of orders from public authorities in the event of a riot or natural disaster.
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