Definition of dismountnext
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as in to descend
to come down from something (as a vehicle) the coachman dismounted from his seat in order to assist the weary travelers

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Recent Examples of dismount Sometimes the world is spinning too fast to dismount. Literary Hub, 14 Apr. 2026 Stopping, the man dismounted and shot that big bear square in the chest. Scott Haugen, Outdoor Life, 4 Feb. 2026 The popular halftime performer known as Red Panda finished her signature seven-minute set, looked up at a crowd of fans chanting her name and flashed a smile before dismounting. Alanis Thames, Chicago Tribune, 29 Jan. 2026 The build centers around three pairs of floor rails extending from the tailgate up to the front row and a series of individual seats that easily mount to and dismount from those rails. New Atlas, 12 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dismount
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  • Yet, as the WNBA descends upon Chicago for All-Star weekend, Engelbert is reaching an inflection point in her tenure.
    Annie Costabile, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • The complaints about regulations are one of the many cases where SNGA descends into political and cultural grievance.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 23 July 2026
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  • The Argentine captain, who dismantled England in the semifinal with two assists, is seeking a second World Cup title to further cement his legacy.
    Mark Hodge, NBC news, 17 July 2026
  • Steve Forbes explains why Secretary of State Marco Rubio is right to commence a campaign to dismantle the International Criminal Court.
    Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
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  • The Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act includes a number of safety requirements for ships embarking or disembarking in the United States, ranging from evidence preservation training to video surveillance.
    Nathan Diller, USA Today, 15 July 2026
  • Their charter plane had two different mechanical issues, forcing the Red Sox to disembark and stay in Chicago following their 2-1 win over the White Sox on Thursday night and leaving them on the plane for several hours early Friday afternoon.
    CBS News, CBS News, 13 July 2026
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  • Trust becomes difficult when AI systems are disconnected from the operational realities they're expected to influence.
    Dave Link, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • Rather than accelerating execution, this growing network of stakeholders and disconnected AI tools is increasing operational complexity and extending delivery timelines.
    Jamie Garverick, Fortune, 15 July 2026
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  • These include anxiety, emotional distress, resurfacing of painful memories and dissociation – feeling detached from oneself or one’s surroundings.
    Ronald S. Green, The Conversation, 16 July 2026
  • According to the recall notice, the sandals' decorative plastic pearls can detach from the shoe, creating a choking hazard for young children.
    Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 16 July 2026
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  • Follow these simple steps to disassemble every Owala model and thoroughly wash your bottle every time.
    Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2026
  • But one level of magnitude higher, and cities—unlike the monochromatic green of a verdant forest canopy—disassemble into a chaotic and seemingly irrational patchwork of microenvironments.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 July 2026
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  • One thing that’s striking in the book is the importance of the women in your life — especially your mom and your wife.
    Tim Britton, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • Thekla then strikes Nightingale with the microphone and attempts to hit her with the championship belt, but Nightingale knocks her away.
    Rob Wolkenbrod, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
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  • They were torn down and pulverized by angry mobs, as happened in Kiev during the wave of protests in 2013-14, or methodically demounted by local authorities.
    Washington Post, Washington Post, 5 Nov. 2017

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“Dismount.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dismount. Accessed 25 Jul. 2026.

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