disbands

present tense third-person singular of disband
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as in dissolves
to cease to exist or cause to cease to exist as a group or organization the university disbanded the committee after the report had been submitted the rock group disbanded upon finishing their farewell tour

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Verb
  • Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring the vinegar, sugar and a pinch of salt to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
    Kelly Brant, Arkansas Online, 8 Apr. 2025
  • And voilà—America's chief constitutional bulwark against autocracy dissolves.
    John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
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  • When another car explodes down the driveway, the crowd disperses.
    Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 21 Feb. 2025
  • Safety remains a key advantage, as hydrogen disperses quickly, reducing operational risks.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 13 Feb. 2025
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“Disbands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disbands. Accessed 4 May. 2025.

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