Erases, expunges

Usage examples of deletes.

Look, suppose, just suppose, a Delink is a Delink because this telepathic what-have-you deletes his appreciation of moral logic before he can absorb it.

I detonate a data charge in your computer system that automatically deletes any fairy-related files.

Besides, if this book deletes one tiny item from those endless lists of things unknown and deeds undone which trouble our sleeping and our dying, then it will be priceless.