as in dispersion
an act or process in which something scatters or is scattered
the dispersal of plant seeds in the forests through natural means
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Recent Examples of dispersal
Since the departures of Damian Priest and Rhea Ripley, Judgment Day has lacked its previous momentum, prompting hope for either a revitalization of the group or a dispersal of its members to pursue individual storylines.
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Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
This is less sound economic policymaking than the arbitrary dispersal of favors.
—David B. McGarry, Baltimore Sun, 30 Mar. 2025
They’re also used in drug dispersal within the body and to help heal tissues and bones.
—Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 7 Mar. 2025
This is less sound economic policymaking than the arbitrary dispersal of favors.
—David B. McGarry, Baltimore Sun, 30 Mar. 2025
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Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
This is less sound economic policymaking than the arbitrary dispersal of favors.
—David B. McGarry, Baltimore Sun, 30 Mar. 2025
They’re also used in drug dispersal within the body and to help heal tissues and bones.
—Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 7 Mar. 2025
This is less sound economic policymaking than the arbitrary dispersal of favors.
—David B. McGarry, Baltimore Sun, 30 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dispersal
Noun
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Communities can stay informed about ash risks through official alerts, including those from the Volcanic Ash Advisory Centers, which monitor ash dispersion and issue timely warnings.—
David Kitchen,
The Conversation,
15 Apr. 2025
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Given the significant dispersion in returns—highlighted by a 17.2% top/bottom gap in November—advisor due diligence is paramount.—
Steven Brod,
Forbes,
10 Jan. 2025
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The minimalist design features a baby pink base with a pastel yellow accent nail plus a scattering of multicolor sprinkles.—
Tori Crowther,
Allure,
11 Apr. 2025
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Will Poulter in Warfare Courtesy of A24 But if a movie can be elegant and brutal at once, this one is: the dissipating smoke from the grenade hangs in the air, a pinkish-gold mist; polka dots of sunlight stream through a scattering of bullet holes in a door.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Dispersal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dispersal. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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