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Question

Select the correct phrasal verb:
We need to ____ the old files before moving the new ones.

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SSC CGL 2025 Tier 2 Paper 1 Question Paper (19-Jan-2026)
The correct answer is

clean out

Clean out means to remove all unwanted items from a place; to thoroughly clear or empty a space. This fits perfectly — removing old files to make room. Clear off means to leave or go away; wipe over means to clean a surface lightly; go over means to review or examine. Only clean out means to remove/dispose of old contents.

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