demob

verb

Definition of demobnext
chiefly British
as in to demobilize

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  1. demobilize
  2. disrupt
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  • Kevan Harris, an associate professor of sociology at UCLA who has studied the Iranian diaspora, said some of the ardently monarchist Iranians became disillusioned and demobilized when the war’s initial objective of regime change failed.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2026
  • The bet was that engaging with several forces at the same time would avoid power vacuums that are quickly filled when one group demobilizes.
    — Roberto Andrés, The Dial, 28 May 2026
Definition of demobilize
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  • The Great Depression disrupted plans for a second, 81-story tower (complete with rooftop dirigible launch).
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
  • For its next act, Dibs is entering the complexion market with a plan to disrupt the concealer category.
    — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 30 July 2026
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“Demob.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demob. Accessed 1 Aug. 2026.

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