Definition:
Jettison means to throw away something no longer needed, often in an effort to lighten a burden. The act is decisive, marking a clear separation from what once held weight. It implies movement—letting go so that progress can resume unencumbered. The word carries hints of urgency, as though the moment demands quick release. What is jettisoned may fall behind quietly, but the choice to do so is rarely without thought.
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