DIS ASSOCIATING Synonyms: 85 Similar and Opposite Words

disassociating

verb

present participle of disassociate

as in separating

to set or force apart the company tried to disassociate itself from the rest of the industry, which is widely viewed as corrupt

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Recent Examples of disassociating Eugene Levy recalled the Home Alone actor disassociating from a friend who worried about his weight. — Mark Gray, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025

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Paul Turner of Birmingham is separating himself from all City Section receivers with his big-play catching ability.

— Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026
France is a traditionally Catholic country, but adheres to a strict form of secularism in public life based on a 1905 law separating church and state.

— ABC News, ABC News, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of separating

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Other than dividing some spaces into several smaller auditoriums, the original theater has largely been kept the same since 1927.

— Caden Perry, jsonline.com, 22 Sep. 2026
What’s dividing fans is Julian Casablancas’ insistence on using Autotune, as many prefer his raw vocals.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of dividing

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The sole survivor disables HAL by disconnecting the power source.

— Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Sep. 2026
These quiet, mindful activities are all about disconnecting, recharging, and flexing your creative muscles, often while working with your hands.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2026

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