as in to disassemble
to take apart
dismantle the table for easier transport
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Recent Examples of dismantle
Trump joined Israel in dismantling Gaza and the Hamas terror network ― a worthy mission ― but then crafted a plan that would put himself in charge of rebuilding and governing the Palestinian territory and commit American troops to keeping order.
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Nolan Finley, Twin Cities, 9 Jan. 2026
Fernando Mendoza hung tight against Ohio State to claim the Big Ten title, then went out to the Rose Bowl and dismantled Alabama’s defense.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026
From dismantling scientific research institutions in Colorado to increasing our utility rates, his revenge tour will have real impacts on people’s lives, including those who voted for him.
—Meg Froelich, Denver Post, 8 Jan. 2026
The refinery, on the banks of the Carquinez Strait, could be dismantled, sold, or left idle, Cummings said.
—Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
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The reality of disassembling an over 8-ton animal was graphic.—
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The bits disassemble to fit into a pocket or backpack.—
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At one point, the actress became hyper-focused on social media posts after feeling detached from the group.—
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In an era defined by economic uncertainty, rising living costs, and a workforce increasingly detached from traditional career paths, Ben Hur’s perspective encourages a different way of thinking about how markets might be used.—
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Oh, and don’t forget to disconnect your garden hose.—
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If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.—
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As the amputee bled out, he was filmed expressing his continual and clear agreement to being killed and dismembered.—
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She was dismembered, de-fleshed, and even beheaded before being burned.—
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Officials in Washington state announced Saturday that two men were killed last week when an avalanche struck a group of four snowmobilers.—
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The sateen weave strikes the perfect balance for fall—breathable enough to release pesky heat and moisture, yet cozy and smooth enough to snuggle into on cooler nights.—
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The build centers around three pairs of floor rails extending from the tailgate up to the front row and a series of individual seats that easily mount to and dismount from those rails.—
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The woman told investigators Herzing had made similar threats in July, which resulted in the victim suffering minor scrapes after dismounting at a stoplight.—
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Footage of the shooting has divided viewers, with finger-pointing over who was the aggressor and who was the victim.—
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From then until now, the image of a plate divided into sections has more clearly depicted what serving sizes should look like in an actual meal.—
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“Dismantle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dismantle. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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