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verbid 584·updated Jun 3, 2026
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To use software or hardware products to overwrite storage space on the media with nonsensitive data. This process may include overwriting not only the logical storage location of a file(s) (e.g., file allocation table) but also may include all addressable locations. See comments on Clear/Purge Convergence.

Classifications

Cognitive

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Responsibility

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Automation

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Variants

synonym
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pasttense
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presentparticiple
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thirdpersonsingular
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pastparticiple
cleared

Framework definitions

NISTIR 7298: Glossary of Key Information Security Terms, Revision 21 senseview framework →
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To use software or hardware products to overwrite storage space on the media with nonsensitive data. This process may include overwriting not only the logical storage location of a file(s) (e.g., file allocation table) but also may include all addressable locations. See comments on Clear/Purge Convergence.
NIST SP 800-881 senseview framework →
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To use software or hardware products to overwrite storage space on the media with nonsensitive data. This process may include overwriting not only the logical storage location of a file(s) (e.g., file allocation table) but also may include all addressable locations. See comments on Clear/Purge Convergence.
Wordset Dictionary24 sensesview framework →
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to free the throat by making a rasping sound
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to rid of obstructions
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to remove something
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to make a way or path by removing objects
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to remove the occupants of
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to remove people from a building
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to rid of instructions or data
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to make clear, bright, light, or translucent
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to make free from confusion or ambiguity
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to settle, as of a debt
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to grant authorization or clearance for
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to pronounce not guilty of criminal charges
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to pass an inspection or receive authorization
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to pass by, over, or under without making contact
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to go away or disappear
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to sell or get rid of
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to be debited and credited to the proper bank accounts
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to earn on some commercial or business transaction
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to make as a net profit
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to yield as a net profit
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to clear from impurities, blemishes, pollution, etc.
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to free from payment of customs duties, as of a shipment
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to go unchallenged
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to become clear

Outgoing relationships

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Incoming relationships

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