fragmentation
noun
frag·men·ta·tion
ˌfrag-mən-ˈtā-shən 
-ˌmen-
1
: the act or process of fragmenting or making fragmentary
2
: the state of being fragmented or fragmentary
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From abnormal chromosomes to sperm DNA fragmentation and even lifestyle choices—there are many ways that sperm can affect the outcome of a pregnancy.
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Krissi Danielsson, Parents, 30 July 2024
Damage from things like radiation can break these chemical linkages, with fragmentation increasing over time.
—John Timmer, Ars Technica, 11 July 2024
Thrust into an extended state of dislocation, Lana experiences a fragmentation of her memories and history.
—Julia Scrive-Loyer, Variety, 14 Aug. 2024
More than two-thirds (69 percent) find the fragmentation and complexity of the global business network a key obstacle.
—Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 12 Aug. 2024
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Krissi Danielsson, Parents, 30 July 2024
Damage from things like radiation can break these chemical linkages, with fragmentation increasing over time.
—John Timmer, Ars Technica, 11 July 2024
Thrust into an extended state of dislocation, Lana experiences a fragmentation of her memories and history.
—Julia Scrive-Loyer, Variety, 14 Aug. 2024
More than two-thirds (69 percent) find the fragmentation and complexity of the global business network a key obstacle.
—Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 12 Aug. 2024
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“Fragmentation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fragmentation. Accessed 20 Sep. 2024.
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