1
as in situates
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 classifies
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 disposes
Naturally, your mileage may vary depending on your tolerance for gore, but the over-the-top appeal of Thanksgiving is how the serial killer creatively disposes of his victims, including one scene in which someone is served as a Turkey Day feast.
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Gwen Ihnat, Entertainment Weekly, 23 Nov. 2025
The ruling disposes of a portion of the 27-year-old musician's filing.
—Danielle Bacher, PEOPLE, 13 Nov. 2025
People die in this movie, and nobody seems to care, which could be a metaphor for the way the pro sports industry grinds up and disposes of its warriors.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 18 Sep. 2025
The findings underscore the need to rethink how society uses and disposes of disposable masks.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Sep. 2025
The president proposes, and Congress disposes The US Congress, however, was not pleased by this.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 3 Sep. 2025
Gwen Ihnat, Entertainment Weekly, 23 Nov. 2025
The ruling disposes of a portion of the 27-year-old musician's filing.
—Danielle Bacher, PEOPLE, 13 Nov. 2025
People die in this movie, and nobody seems to care, which could be a metaphor for the way the pro sports industry grinds up and disposes of its warriors.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 18 Sep. 2025
The findings underscore the need to rethink how society uses and disposes of disposable masks.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Sep. 2025
The president proposes, and Congress disposes The US Congress, however, was not pleased by this.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disposes
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Such thinking situates Kurdi in a lineage of experimental musicians working in the second half of the twentieth century.—
Olivia Giovetti,
Harpers Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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Their collaboration also situates White’s legacy in the present, linking his early battles for visibility to today’s pop-culture boom.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Jan. 2026
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While there are some differences in how HBO and Nielsen collect their viewing data, the most likely explanation lies in how Nielsen classifies the show for its streaming rankings and Heated Rivalry’s release schedule.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Jan. 2026
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The department classifies Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger under its highest Level 4 advisory, warning Americans about issues of terrorism, crime, kidnapping, and more.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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This puts American battery and mineral recyclers at a competitive disadvantage against recyclers in Basel member countries — including China.—
Kristen Edgreen Kaufman,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The versatile beach takes up a mile-long stretch just beyond downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, which puts it walking distance from a whole bunch of cute shops and restaurants.—
Alanna Bennett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Jan. 2026
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The idea of an in-person meeting is suggested, and several years later, Porter arranges it.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Jan. 2026
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An employee arranges a salad dressing display at an Amazon Fresh grocery store on December 12, 2024 in Federal Way, Washington.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
27 Jan. 2026
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Beyond the credit card, The Moment locates most of its zany humor in the presence of a hacky, inexplicably successful director played by Alexander Skarsgard, hired by Rosanna Arquette’s blithe record executive to shoot the film version of Charli’s impending tour.—
Richard Lawson,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Jan. 2026
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Anyone who locates them is asked to contact Area 4 detectives at 312-746-8255, or call 911.—
Todd Feurer,
CBS News,
12 Dec. 2025
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Critics, including policy analysts at the Oklahoma Policy Institute, warn that shifting nutrition policy out of the Farm Bill weakens one of the few remaining bipartisan coalitions in Congress and places new fiscal pressure on states.—
Stephen Martin,
Oklahoma Watch,
31 Jan. 2026
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Management’s guidance places considerable focus on the recovery of Grasberg output in 2026, which could be a critical driver for stock performance and earnings growth in the upcoming year.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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July 2017 The Fire and Police Commission orders Flynn to expand the department’s pursuit policy.—
Francesca Pica,
jsonline.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Starting Monday, specialists will deliver reports evaluating the nearly 50-year-old building’s condition and repair costs that could determine whether the City Council orders Dallas’ government hub to stay put or move elsewhere.—
Devyani Chhetri,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Jan. 2026
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“Disposes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disposes. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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