Obliteration, or erasure, refers to the act of completely removing or destroying something so that it cannot be recognized or remembered. This can apply to physical objects, such as documents or artifacts, as well as concepts, memories, or identities. In various contexts, obliteration can serve different purposes, such as censorship, privacy, or the desire to forget painful experiences. In art and literature, obliteration can be a technique used to challenge traditional narratives or to create new meanings. Artists like Yayoi Kusama have employed obliteration in their work to explore themes of infinity and identity. Similarly, writers may use erasure poetry to transform existing texts into new forms, highlighting the power of language and absence.