Deleted variables reappearing in workspace.

I am running a script with all the variables defined either in the script or in the base workspace. I have changed the names of some of the variables over time to be more concise. After these changes I have saved the workspace as well as all the scripts and functions I have been using. However, when I run one script in particular the old variables keep reappearing in the workspace and are being used by some of the other scripts. I have checked to make sure all names match the variables I want to use plus I have used clear, clearvars, and clearvars -global but they still keep reappearing. I have also tried to rerun my process from the beginning to try and eliminate residual variables. I have even tried to restart MATLAB and my computer to no avail.

Does anyone know of this issue and how to remedy it?

I can add the code here but I do not think it will be of much help. My problem is more with 'non-existing' variables popping up then the code itself. However, if someone thinks it will help I will gladly post it.

Thank you.

Answer 1

[per isakson]

Seriously, using functions instead of scripts is a large part of the remedy.

[Pw]

You're totally right. However, this particular project calls for both and I thought maybe I had declared something global without realizing it. Turns out I was just tired and failed to see residual variables in the workspace when I was trying to save one in particular. Rookie mistake.

Thanks for the advice!