Rid and Wield

Rid

Rid verb - To set (a person or thing) free of something that encumbers.

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Wield and rid are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Wield" instead a verb "Rid".

Wield verb - To bring to bear especially forcefully or effectively.

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Rid and wield are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Rid" instead a verb "Wield".

Nearby Word: wielding

Only the fabled (and eponymous) Sword of Shannara can rid the world of his threat for good, and only a member of the House of Shannara can wield the sword.

Source: Literature / The Sword of Shannara Trilogy
The monsters that wield Curse either come in packs, so that they can make short work of the reeling party before you can rid yourself of the effects, or are giant undead dragons with flunkies who will also use Curse.

Source: Demonic Spiders / Final Fantasy
It's up to Parin to wield the fabled Legendary Drill, once used agaisnt a forgotten menace, to rid Monster Village from its enemies!

Source: Video Game / Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure

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