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deconstructions

noun

plural of deconstruction
as in analyses
the separation and identification of the parts of a whole a lengthy deconstruction of the president's speech by a panel of pundits

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Recent Examples of deconstructions Fans have their deconstructions. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 19 June 2026 Doing creative deconstructions of Chinese foods is part of their culinary hallmark, as many chefs are hungry to showcase their own culture. — Terry Tang, Fortune, 16 Feb. 2026 Nevertheless, the scrutiny ratcheted up, resulting in pieces musing on journalistic ethics and deconstructions of her book, American Canto. — Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 5 Dec. 2025
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  1. analyses
  2. investigations
Noun
  • Working alongside these physical design efforts, the software tools built with Microsoft convert engineering documentation, test data, and safety analyses into compliant regulatory filings for both European and American authorities.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Without clear priorities, AI can pull people into endless rabbit holes, generating more ideas, drafts and analyses without actually moving the needle.
    — Chris Ernst, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of analyses
Noun
  • Carr has launched multiple investigations of the broadcast networks, but has issued few if any actual sanctions or resolution.
    — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Some of Meir’s favorite experiments took place in the Life Sciences Glovebox, including investigations involving neocartilage and stem cells.
    — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of investigations

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“Deconstructions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deconstructions. Accessed 24 Sep. 2026.

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