DICHOTOMIZING Synonyms: 85 Similar and Opposite Words

dichotomizing

verb

present participle of dichotomize

as in dividing

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Under this concept, armed forces aim to coordinate multiple VICTOR drones into autonomous swarms capable of dividing surveillance, reconnaissance, and transport missions in real time.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
James, always an exacting rhythmic engineer, was now dividing the beat into fragments tiny enough to push at the very edge of rhythm itself.

— Andy Cush, Pitchfork, 31 Oct. 2026

Definition of dividing

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During a specific podcast episode, the guest began dissecting detailed growth metrics and visual frameworks.

— Victoria Usher, Forbes.com, 20 Oct. 2026
Launched in 2014, the series has more than 300 episodes, each dissecting a single song in under half an hour.

— Lily Moayeri, Rolling Stone, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of dissecting

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For tender rabe that melds seamlessly with pasta and sausage, start by separating the thick stems from the rest of the stalks and giving them a head start before adding the rest.

— Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Nov. 2026
It is carried to high speed and altitude by a rocket booster before separating and gliding through the atmosphere toward its target.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of separating

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The soift wall secures inside the tent, splitting the floor in half to create a pair of two-sleeper rooms.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2026
Brandon Bell | Getty Images Even so, Joyner told the Wall Street Journal that the company wasn’t splitting up because of regulatory issues.

— Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of splitting

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The train winds up Michigan’s west coast, offering brief but sweeping views of Lake Michigan and bisecting lush, Midwestern farmland dotted with trees resplendent in their autumn wardrobes.

— Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026
For the quintessential Glacier National Park visit, take the Going-to-the-Sun Road for 50 miles of stunning vistas, bisecting the east and west sides of the park.

— Giovanna Caravetta, Travel + Leisure, 4 Feb. 2026

Definition of bisecting

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Failing to Shut Off and Drain Outdoor Faucets Simply disconnecting hoses may not be enough for conventional outdoor faucets, as water left in the faucet and supply line can freeze and damage plumbing.

— Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2026
Start with one connection at a time and know that disconnecting an app doesn’t necessarily erase information already collected.

— Marty Swant, Washington Post, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of disconnecting

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The letter warns that any attempt by Alterra to stop paying rent or abandon the premises without resolving its contractual obligations would be vigorously contested.

— Brian Maass, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026
Meanwhile, a dedicated decompression room — inaugurated last year as part of a broader festival focus on mental health — will be bolstered by an Agora discussion on the importance of resolving conflict in creative collaborations.

— Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 4 Nov. 2026

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