Definition of Dislodge

to shake or move something from a stuck position

Examples of Dislodge in a sentence

We tried to use a basketball to dislodge the one already struck between the rim and the backboard of the goal, but ultimately we just got that one stuck as well.  🔊

It is difficult to dislodge a kite from a tree because you will simply ruin the thing if you are not careful in getting it down.  🔊

To dislodge an idea that someone is absolutely convinced of, you will need a great deal of evidence and persuasion on your side.  🔊

I tried to dislodge the nail stuck in my car’s tire, but it was so deeply embedded that I couldn’t do it without pliers.  🔊

In an attempt to dislodge something stuck in the throat, your body will cough on reflex to open up your airway again.  🔊

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