decollate

verb

Definition of decollatenext
as in to decapitate

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decollate
  1. decapitate
  2. head
  3. prune
  4. behead
  5. shorten
  6. scalp
  7. trim
Verb
  • Given Jones’ flair for the dramatic, this week’s upcoming finale should deliver even more attention-grabbing moments, even after the last episode ended with the main characters getting decapitated.
    — Elaina Patton, IndieWire, 13 July 2026
  • That video showed the same cat being decapitated by Martel, according to prosecutors.
    — Chris Spargo, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026
Definition of decapitate
Verb
  • The American Academy of Dermatology recommends applying sunscreen about 15 minutes before heading outdoors and choosing one that is broad-spectrum, water-resistant and has an SPF of at least 30.
    — Kaitlyn Harvey, AJC.com, 17 July 2026
  • Simply point your phone’s camera at nearby buildings or landmarks, and the app overlays arrows and other visual cues to show you exactly which way to head.
    — Larry Magid, Mercury News, 16 July 2026
Definition of head
Verb
  • He was paired with a more experienced colleague and learned through instruction and hands-on practice how to care for pines and azaleas, mainly using a hand-pruning technique essential for the Imperial Palace and villas.
    — Hiroshige Yazawa Japan News, Arkansas Online, 19 July 2026
  • Don’t cut or prune more aggressively because the plant needs enough foliage to manufacture food.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 16 July 2026
Definition of prune
Verb
  • Marx has repeatedly claimed that he was forced to behead a cat and wear it on his head at the age of 3 and shoot and kill a man at the age of 7 by his abusive stepfather.
    — Joseph Konig, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026
  • When the decision on trans athletes was made the other day by the Supreme Court were the Justices swarmed by an angry mob and beheaded on the spot?
    — Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026
Definition of behead
Verb
  • Soli said several heat safety measures are in place, including mandatory hydration breaks during games, additional hydration stations and medical staff on every field who will monitor conditions and shorten games by five to ten minutes a half.
    — Ubah Ali, CBS News, 14 July 2026
  • The companies believe that approach can shorten the time needed to field new capabilities for military customers.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026
Definition of shorten
Verb
  • Most are used for stimulating scalp massages that help stimulate blood circulation to hair follicles while deeply moisturizing and conditioning the hair and scalp simultaneously.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 7 July 2026
  • Your hair-care routine can play a surprisingly big role in thin hair, from your hairstyling habits to scalp health.
    — Deanna Pai, Vogue, 1 July 2026
Definition of scalp
Verb
  • Even the Oklahoma City Thunder, who are still sitting on a huge haul of future draft capital, had to start trimming their supporting cast this offseason because Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams’ max extensions kicked in.
    — Bryan Toporek, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • The pate uses trim such as collars and tails, which are double smoked, much like classic barbecue burnt ends.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of trim
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