Answer: purging

AnswerCrossword Clue
purgingthe act of purifying (to cleanse from impurities)
purgingAtone for or wipe out (contempt of court)
purgingRemove (an unwanted feeling, memory, or condition) in such a way
purgingRid (someone) of an unwanted feeling, memory, or condition, typically giving a sense of cathartic release
purgingRemove (a group of people considered undesirable) from an organization or place, typically in an abrupt or violent manner
purgingRemove someone from (an organization or place) in such a way
purgingPhysically remove (something) completely
purgingEvacuate one's bowels, esp. as a result of taking a laxative