garbage collection

noun

1. computing a systems routine for eliminating invalid or out-of-date data and releasing storage locations

Example Sentences

The second item on his to-do list involves continuing negotiations with the city of L.A., which will have to provide traffic control, garbage collection and other services at venues.

From Los Angeles Times

Thursday’s elections in large parts of England were important in themselves, with voters deciding on who runs many aspects of their daily lives, such as garbage collection, road maintenance and local crime prevention.

From Seattle Times

Thursday’s elections were important in themselves, with voters deciding who will run many aspects of their daily lives, such as garbage collection, road maintenance and local crime prevention, in the coming years.

From Seattle Times

And while the elections will, of course, focus on local issues like garbage collection and public safety, this vote is expected to have broader significance.

From New York Times

While national issues are important, local elections can be swayed by parochial concerns like garbage collection and the approval of planning permits.

From New York Times