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Efface

Definition

(formal) To remove or erase something completely, especially a memory, a feeling, or a mark, so that it no longer exists or is noticeable. Often used in contexts of emotional or psychological impact, such as trauma or personal growth.

Example Sentences

1The traumatic event had left an indelible mark on her psyche, one that she struggled to efface through years of therapy.
2Can one truly efface the past, or does it continue to shape our present in ways both seen and unseen?
3The artist's use of bold colours and geometric shapes served to efface the boundaries between reality and abstraction.
4In an effort to efface the painful memories of her childhood, she turned to creative writing as a form of catharsis.
5There is a delicate balance between preserving historical memory and allowing the passage of time to efface the scars of conflict.

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