1
as in to dismantle
to take apart
they had to disassemble the television set in order to replace the wiring
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2
as in to dissipate
to go off in different directions and cease to exist as a body or unified whole
the class was slow to disassemble, many waiting around to ask the instructor some questions
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Recent Examples of disassemble
Meze Audio claims its commitment to craftsmanship and longevity goes as far as making every component in the POET headphones easy to disassemble and replace.
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Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
After the performance, the stages were disassembled just as quickly as they were erected, and the Chiefs were able to score in the third quarter when Xavier Worthy linked with Mahomes for a 24-yard TD pass with less than a minute left to go in the third.
—Alex Ross, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025
Biden's blue rug has been replaced with a more neutral one, which required disassembling some parts of the Resolute Desk.
—Mike Allen, Axios, 21 Jan. 2025
Step One: Unplug the humidifier, empty the water reservoir, and disassemble the components.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2025
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Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
After the performance, the stages were disassembled just as quickly as they were erected, and the Chiefs were able to score in the third quarter when Xavier Worthy linked with Mahomes for a 24-yard TD pass with less than a minute left to go in the third.
—Alex Ross, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025
Biden's blue rug has been replaced with a more neutral one, which required disassembling some parts of the Resolute Desk.
—Mike Allen, Axios, 21 Jan. 2025
Step One: Unplug the humidifier, empty the water reservoir, and disassemble the components.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disassemble
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Over the past six weeks, the Department of Government Efficiency has systematically dismantled the agency that was created by President John F. Kennedy in 1961.—
Jennifer Lotito,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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Trump is expected to use his speech to defend his efforts to dismantle the federal government including laying off tens of thousands of recently hired or promoted probationary workers.—
Joey Garrison,
USA TODAY,
4 Mar. 2025
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The mixture of euphoria and sheer relief quickly dissipated into the evening air when the Aztecs learned their charter plane home had a mechanical issue that would take several hours to repair.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Mar. 2025
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So, the researchers have theorized that a super-heated ash cloud that dissipated quickly was actually the first event in the Vesuvius cataclysm.—
Michael Franco,
New Atlas,
28 Feb. 2025
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Two window washers on a scaffolding outside a Columbus Circle high-rise in Midtown Friday became detached from the facade and began swaying and spinning uncontrollably in the high winds, FDNY officials said.—
Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
28 Feb. 2025
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Recognizing that others have the choice to detach creates a sense of intimacy and appreciation about the relationship.—
Eric Wood,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Panasonic also claims the dryer uses electrostatic shock to disperse water molecules into tinier nano-sized particles, which might reduce hair damage.—
Boutayna Chokrane,
WIRED,
27 Feb. 2025
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While Wings had some lineup changes over a decade-long run that yielded seven studio albums, the McCartneys and Laine remained core members until Wings dispersed in 1981.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
26 Feb. 2025
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Minor-league sports have become popular as an antidote to the moneyed juggernaut of global franchises, which can seem disconnected from the intimacy that made so many of us fans in the first place.—
Steven Zeitchik,
The Hollywood Reporter,
5 Mar. 2025
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The individual stories that play out in each level are disconnected from the overarching narrative of the game.—
Kyle Wilson,
Rolling Stone,
4 Mar. 2025
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In the weeks leading up to McMahon's confirmation, the White House considered issuing an executive order directing the education secretary to downsize the agency as much as legally possible while urging Congress to dissolve it entirely.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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Stir until the sweetener and salt dissolve fully, then carefully pour the brine over the radishes, discarding any extra.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Feb. 2025
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Considered one of the best bull riders of all time, Lane Frost was tragically killed in 1989 at the age of 25 after dismounting a bull at Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes,
11 Dec. 2024
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The initial assaults over the weekend involved dismounted infantry walking in neat lines across snowy fields without much apparent support from artillery or aircraft.—
David Axe,
Forbes,
18 Dec. 2024
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While these items are disappearing, Starbucks customers can still create similar beverages through custom orders.—
Francisco Velasquez,
Quartz,
28 Feb. 2025
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Potato Cakes were replaced by crinkle fries in 2021, then briefly rejoined Arby’s menu in July 2024, but once again disappeared—resulting in an outcry from fans on social media.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Disassemble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disassemble. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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