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as in disappears
to cease to be visible
as the mist dissolved in the morning sun
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as in disbands
to cease to exist or cause to cease to exist as a group or organization
the company formally dissolved three months after declaring bankruptcy
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as in abolishes
to put an end to by formal action
the king simply dissolved parliament
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as in dissipates
to go off in different directions and cease to exist as a body or unified whole
the clouds gradually dissolved, and the sun came out
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Recent Examples of dissolves
Known as the planet of dreams, imagination and spirituality, Neptune dissolves boundaries and opens the door to intuition, creativity and higher inspiration.
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Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
This ideally should flush away completely once everything dissolves.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 10 Apr. 2026
Until the lava of the bird’s stomach melts her valiant resins, dissolves her nomadic strength, and transforms her into a viscous secretion.
—María Ospina, The Dial, 31 Mar. 2026
The powder dissolves easily in your beverage of choice and is excellent for skin, nail, hair and joint support.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
One main fiber type is soluble, which dissolves in water and can form a gel-like substance.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 25 Mar. 2026
Its hot water wash dissolves stubborn grease on the mop pads, while its specialized Curv design prevents long hair from tangling around the brushes.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 25 Mar. 2026
Combine in a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring to a boil and stir until the sugar dissolves.
—Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
Soluble fiber dissolves in water and forms a gel, while insoluble fiber helps waste move through the intestines.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 16 Mar. 2026
Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
This ideally should flush away completely once everything dissolves.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 10 Apr. 2026
Until the lava of the bird’s stomach melts her valiant resins, dissolves her nomadic strength, and transforms her into a viscous secretion.
—María Ospina, The Dial, 31 Mar. 2026
The powder dissolves easily in your beverage of choice and is excellent for skin, nail, hair and joint support.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
One main fiber type is soluble, which dissolves in water and can form a gel-like substance.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 25 Mar. 2026
Its hot water wash dissolves stubborn grease on the mop pads, while its specialized Curv design prevents long hair from tangling around the brushes.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 25 Mar. 2026
Combine in a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring to a boil and stir until the sugar dissolves.
—Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
Soluble fiber dissolves in water and forms a gel, while insoluble fiber helps waste move through the intestines.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dissolves
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Neither does Nina’s side hustle as a food columnist, a promising subplot that disappears faster than a bread cube drowning in a cheese fondue.—
Chris Hewitt,
Boston Herald,
10 Apr. 2026
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Based on a true story, the film focuses on Eunice Paiva (Fernanda Torres), a wife and mother whose politician husband disappears under Brazil's military dictatorship in the '70s.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Apr. 2026
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And once the dog is found, the Search Party network disbands.—
Mike Feibus,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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DiCaprio plays Bob, a revolutionary in hiding with his teen daughter (Chase Infiniti) after his activist group the French 75 disbands in chaos.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
25 Sep. 2025
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Instead, this measure abolishes them.—
Jon Coupal,
Oc Register,
31 Aug. 2025
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The Iranian parliament has just approved a law that abolishes prison sentences for those who had to leave Iran illegally.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
11 Aug. 2025
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What to look for in an arnica gel Some arnica gels have a slight odor that dissipates when exposed to the air and rubbed into your skin.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2026
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The result is shaking that can last far longer than on Earth because seismic energy dissipates slowly in the moon's fractured interior.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
24 Mar. 2026
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The forty-three-year gap between provocation and retaliation is a void between cause and effect into which all temporal logic vanishes.—
Fintan O’Toole,
The New York Review of Books,
9 Apr. 2026
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Get it before this deal vanishes.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
1 Apr. 2026
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An electro-osmotic pump (a device that disperses liquids with electrical force) controls the fragrance delivery precisely, ensuring steady scent production with minimal timing gaps.—
Shirl Leigh
March 31,
New Atlas,
31 Mar. 2026
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Designed to detonate at high altitude the munition disperses dozens of smaller bombs that are more challenging for Israel's multi-layered air defense system to intercept and can cause damage over a wider area.—
NPR Staff,
NPR,
29 Mar. 2026
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In an effort to offset the costs, the bill repeals multiple tax credits, including those for teleworking expenses, electric and hybrid vehicles, and medical equipment manufacturers.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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The Indiana State Teachers Association said the bill repeals long-standing protections for teachers who work in joint programs, interlocal agreements and special education cooperatives.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
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Sunshine fades quickly on Friday due to increasing clouds in the afternoon.—
Nelly Carreno,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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This moment is not the end, but a reminder that love endures, truth prevails, and hope never fades, because even in the darkest moments, justice will find its way.—
Christine Pelisek,
PEOPLE,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Dissolves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dissolves. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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