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You cannot directly remove reviews yourself<\/a><\/strong>, but you can flag reviews that violate Google’s content policies for removal. Examples include spam, fake reviews, offensive language, or conflicts of interest. Google will investigate flagged reviews and may remove them if confirmed inappropriate. Persistence is key, as the process can take time. 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