as in disassembles
to take apart
dismantle the table for easier transport
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Recent Examples of dismantles
The case collides with President Javier Milei’s culture war, as his government dismantles gender-equality programs and questions femicide laws, while rights groups and families flood the streets demanding protection and justice.
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Isabel Debre, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
The new map dismantles a majority-Black district that zigzagged from Baton Rouge to Shreveport, and was created as a result of a 2022 lawsuit.
—Sam Gringlas, NPR, 29 May 2026
Firing the National Science Board also dismantles the agency’s protection from political interference.
—Gautam Mukunda, Twin Cities, 14 May 2026
The first is the broader destigmatization of cannabis, as state after state dismantles old laws and outdated myths.
—Dr. Sanjay Gupta, CNN Money, 19 Apr. 2026
In an opinion featuring 18 exclamation points, Leon dismantles each aspect of the administration’s legal argument for the renovation authority, asserting that rests with Congress.
—Harrison Jacobs, ARTnews.com, 6 Apr. 2026
Researchers have developed a process that dismantles PET plastic waste into its primary building block, terephthalic acid, to serve as a sustainable raw material.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 16 Mar. 2026
The Pitt dismantles these arguments by showing that diversity isn’t separate from excellence but often a prerequisite for it.
—Robert Raben, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
This approach treats migrants as human beings, dismantles trafficking incentives, lowers taxpayer costs, and complements federal ICE enforcement within Texas’s constitutional authority.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Isabel Debre, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
The new map dismantles a majority-Black district that zigzagged from Baton Rouge to Shreveport, and was created as a result of a 2022 lawsuit.
—Sam Gringlas, NPR, 29 May 2026
Firing the National Science Board also dismantles the agency’s protection from political interference.
—Gautam Mukunda, Twin Cities, 14 May 2026
The first is the broader destigmatization of cannabis, as state after state dismantles old laws and outdated myths.
—Dr. Sanjay Gupta, CNN Money, 19 Apr. 2026
In an opinion featuring 18 exclamation points, Leon dismantles each aspect of the administration’s legal argument for the renovation authority, asserting that rests with Congress.
—Harrison Jacobs, ARTnews.com, 6 Apr. 2026
Researchers have developed a process that dismantles PET plastic waste into its primary building block, terephthalic acid, to serve as a sustainable raw material.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 16 Mar. 2026
The Pitt dismantles these arguments by showing that diversity isn’t separate from excellence but often a prerequisite for it.
—Robert Raben, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
This approach treats migrants as human beings, dismantles trafficking incentives, lowers taxpayer costs, and complements federal ICE enforcement within Texas’s constitutional authority.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dismantles
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Apple has also developed its own robot called Daisy that disassembles iPhones to recover materials that traditional recycling often misses.—
Brit McCandless Farmer,
CBS News,
22 Mar. 2026
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For example, Apple invented the Daisy Robot, which disassembles old iPhones in a matter of seconds and recovers a variety of precious metals, including copper and gold.—
Suvrat Dhanorkar,
The Conversation,
10 Dec. 2025
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In all three cases, the light-saber-like lighting unit itself quickly attaches/detaches to and from a bayonet mount at the rear end of the main bracket.—
Ben Coxworth
May 15,
New Atlas,
15 May 2026
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This triple-zip compartment crossbody features an adjustable strap that detaches to turn your bag into a clutch.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Once the plane is in position, TaxiBot disconnects and the aircraft proceeds with takeoff as normal.—
David Szondy
June 07,
New Atlas,
7 June 2026
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The problem was eventually solved by adding a small isolation switch that disconnects the system whenever new code is uploaded.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
22 May 2026
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The push, pull and discovery of these motives morph into a violent blowout that ultimately dismembers their existing familial foundation.—
Sibani Ram,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Mar. 2026
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Over four seasons, FX's The Bear has been one of the best TV shows ever to explore how food connects us and divides us, featuring tremendous performances and surprising twists.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
27 May 2026
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The prospect of more drilling divides some Alaskans.—
Jennifer A. Dlouhy,
Fortune,
24 May 2026
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While some inns might feel stuffy, this one strikes a more approachable balance, with thoughtful touches like free parking, complimentary popcorn in the rooms, and welcome drinks.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 June 2026
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Smith says Hegseth hasn’t provided any execute orders related to the boat strikes.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
8 June 2026
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