DISPOSAL Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

disposal

noun

di-ˈspō-zəl

Definition of disposal

as in removal

the getting rid of whatever is unwanted or useless trash disposal is on Wednesday in our neighborhood

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as in sequence

the way objects in space or events in time are arranged or follow one another the disposal of troops along the ridge

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Recent Examples of disposal With a whopping 11 drawers of storage space at your disposal, plus two different sizes to choose from, this table offers endless organization possibilities. — Nora Taylor, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2026 Yes, the bar is set high, but with every resource at your disposal on that team, the opportunity is there to exceed expectations. — Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 23 July 2026 With a full kitchen at his disposal, chef Cani whipped up seared mahi for adults, penne pasta for the kids, alongside an incredible beet hummus and plenty of fresh-cut veggies, all laid out on our kitchen island. — Jacqui Gifford, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2026 Today, this level of product knowledge is an outlier, but eventually with regulations like Digital Product Passports, recyclers and other participants in circular systems will have more information at their disposal. — Sarah Jones, Footwear News, 21 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for disposal

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Noun

Momentum soared further on July 20, when police used tear gas and sticks to break up a march to parliament by tens of thousands demanding Pradhan’s removal.

— Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 28 July 2026
The other process is defensive asylum, which is for people already in removal proceedings.

— Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 28 July 2026

Definition of removal

Noun

The most forceful argument to this end comes during a sequence in Hades, when Sinon (Elliot Page, giving the film’s best performance) essentially spits on Odysseus’s ethical and narrative framework for the world.

— Paul A. Thompson, Pitchfork, 21 July 2026
Silverstein adds that the overall tone of the third season has matured alongside its cast, from its plot to its fight sequences to its creature designs.

— Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 21 July 2026

Definition of sequence

Noun

Between larger roles for Wallace and Mitchell and the additions of Mara and Stirtz, the Thunder might not skip a beat despite salary-dumping Wiggins, Joe and Dort this offseason.

— Bryan Toporek, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
And, despite what the project’s origins as some sort of secret b-side dumping ground might lead you to believe, these are not throwaways.

— Terrence O'Brien, The Verge, 19 July 2026

Definition of dumping

Noun

This change comes as public market returns, driven by megacap tech, have eroded PE's historical performance edge, and investor distributions have stagnated.

— Carrie McCabe, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
When aesthetics translate directly to viral content, physical retail benefits from the same distribution engine as e-commerce, and stores designed for the camera end up winning the foot traffic too.

— Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 27 July 2026

Definition of distribution

Noun

And at the same time, the state will submit its response, which could include a motion for summary disposition.

— Alex Brizee July 30, Idaho Statesman, 30 July 2026
About a decade ago, cremation surpassed traditional burial as the most popular method of disposition in the United States.

— John Semley, Harpers Magazine, 28 July 2026

Definition of disposition

Noun

There are rugs that don’t match, random seating arrangements, a haphazard collection of coolers, televisions, wine racks, murals and board games, a tiny stage here, a slightly larger one there.

— Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 27 July 2026
The title track is packed with saw synths, flutes, and squeaking leads—all inside an arrangement that’s an early picture of the duo’s affinity for baroque compositions and aesthetics.

— Billie Bugara, Pitchfork, 27 July 2026

Definition of arrangement

Noun

This seems especially true if there are hiccups in correct window measurement or ordering, which can lead to long delays and projects dragging on and on.

— Jason Rueger, USA Today, 29 July 2026
That ordering creates a persistent problem for owners who have spent years measuring their own success through the top line.

— Robert Indries, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

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