as in willing
having a desire or inclination (as for a specified course of action)
a dog that is disposed to bite
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as in situated
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
looking for the perfect spot to dispose the new knickknack
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as in arranged
to put into a particular arrangement
disposed the surgical instruments in the exact order in which they would be needed
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Recent Examples of disposed
Chris Spargo, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
Many can simply be plucked off and disposed of, and some are slower (easier to catch) in the cool of the morning.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2026
Tangi fled the scene and disposed of the weapon, prosecutors said.
—Tim Fang, CBS News, 20 May 2026
Hebron disposed of Arlington Martin 3-1 and 4-1.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 May 2026
The entire trap and mouse carcass are then disposed.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026
Additionally, the Supreme Court, which is unfavorably disposed to Bolsonaro, may also review the legislation on grounds of constitutionality.
—David Unsworth, FOXNews.com, 14 Feb. 2026
The committee quickly disposed of the half-cent increase to the city’s sales tax as an option.
—Noah Goldberg, Los Angeles Times, 24 Jan. 2026
In his ruling on Friday, Rakoff disposed of the remaining copyright claim, while allowing Paramount’s claims against Gray to continue to trial.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 9 Jan. 2026
Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026
The dynamite was then taken away from the home and safely disposed of by bomb squad technicians.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
Loma Linda University Health officials agreed to pay a nearly $8 million settlement over a lawsuit that alleged the hospital improperly disposed of hazardous waste and confidential medical records.
—Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 3 June 2026
Sacramento County sheriff’s and FBI bomb technicians disposed and tested the explosive.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 2 June 2026
For decades, energy companies have disposed of that briny fluid by shooting it back underground using high-pressure injection wells.
—Katie Campbell, ProPublica, 2 June 2026
The global plastic waste trade Large amounts of plastic waste are shipped around the world – some to be recycled and much to simply be disposed of in landfills or incinerated.
—Ellen M. Considine, The Conversation, 2 June 2026
The sand within the bags should never be disposed of in drains, or on streets and beaches.
—Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 28 May 2026
How the stockpile is disposed of would be a part of the next phase of negotiations.
—Tim Lister, CNN Money, 24 May 2026
Adjective
According to del Valle's testimony, Timothy Hudson, Anna's 16-year-old stepbrother and accused killer, destroyed and disposed of the cell phone.
—Chris Spargo, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
Many can simply be plucked off and disposed of, and some are slower (easier to catch) in the cool of the morning.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2026
Tangi fled the scene and disposed of the weapon, prosecutors said.
—Tim Fang, CBS News, 20 May 2026
Hebron disposed of Arlington Martin 3-1 and 4-1.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 May 2026
The entire trap and mouse carcass are then disposed.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026
Additionally, the Supreme Court, which is unfavorably disposed to Bolsonaro, may also review the legislation on grounds of constitutionality.
—David Unsworth, FOXNews.com, 14 Feb. 2026
The committee quickly disposed of the half-cent increase to the city’s sales tax as an option.
—Noah Goldberg, Los Angeles Times, 24 Jan. 2026
In his ruling on Friday, Rakoff disposed of the remaining copyright claim, while allowing Paramount’s claims against Gray to continue to trial.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 9 Jan. 2026
Verb
The Truvaga 350 retails for $325, delivers 350 two-minute sessions and is then disposed of.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026
The dynamite was then taken away from the home and safely disposed of by bomb squad technicians.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
Loma Linda University Health officials agreed to pay a nearly $8 million settlement over a lawsuit that alleged the hospital improperly disposed of hazardous waste and confidential medical records.
—Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 3 June 2026
Sacramento County sheriff’s and FBI bomb technicians disposed and tested the explosive.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 2 June 2026
For decades, energy companies have disposed of that briny fluid by shooting it back underground using high-pressure injection wells.
—Katie Campbell, ProPublica, 2 June 2026
The global plastic waste trade Large amounts of plastic waste are shipped around the world – some to be recycled and much to simply be disposed of in landfills or incinerated.
—Ellen M. Considine, The Conversation, 2 June 2026
The sand within the bags should never be disposed of in drains, or on streets and beaches.
—Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 28 May 2026
How the stockpile is disposed of would be a part of the next phase of negotiations.
—Tim Lister, CNN Money, 24 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disposed
Adjective
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The petition states that Nick Reiner still wants Jackson to represent him, and that Jackson is still willing to do so if funds can be obtained.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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In a declaration, Jackson said his firm remained willing to return if funding became available, including through alternative fee arrangements.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
Verb
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The new city hall will be situated in a $1 billion mixed-use development called the Canals, which will feature homes, shops and restaurants surrounded by a network of canals and lakes.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 June 2026
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The new rules do not allow cart-sharing for residents of single family homes situated side by side or across the alley from each other, or residents of a homeowner’s association spanning condominiums in multiple buildings.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
3 June 2026
Verb
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The five-bedroom estate is arranged around a central pool courtyard, creating a private interior world of gardens, shaded terraces and open-air gathering spaces.—
Spencer Elliott,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Police in Las Vegas arranged for him to be arrested and then extradited to California, Clark said.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
Adjective
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Following practice, a Panthers spokesperson clarified that the team expects McMillan to be ready for training camp in July.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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While the Patriots could have caved to the pressure, Cash said the group was ready to adjust.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Each person held their sarongs in different ways, over both shoulders or draped on one, around their necks, balled up in a fist, placed neatly on a lap.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 May 2026
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Next week’s launch would have been only New Glenn’s fourth, after its third flight on April 19 placed a satellite for the company AST SpaceMobile in an orbit that was lower than planned because of a malfunction of the rocket’s second stage.—
Lee Billings,
Scientific American,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Those encounters resulted in 50 arrests, including 16 classified as immigration arrests, placing Miami Springs among the most active municipalities in Florida participating in the program despite its relatively small population.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
10 June 2026
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While Smith-Wade received some safety snaps last season, he’s always been classified as a cornerback.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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The Union-Tribune found those in attendance at Petco Park were more inclined to keep the faith than throw in the towel.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
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Research from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York finds that companies are less inclined to hire young college graduates into roles that can be done remotely.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
3 June 2026
Verb
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But now a range of companies are putting AI directly into the hands of golfers.—
Jack Bantock,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
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These sell-offs, coupled with the rising import bill due to the surge in global oil prices, have weighed on the Indian rupee, putting it among the worst-performing currencies in Asia.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
5 June 2026
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