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destabilize

[dee-stey-buh-lahyz] / diˈsteɪ bəˌlaɪz /


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In many laser architectures, these nonlinear effects can destabilize the laser pulses.

From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2026

It said that he returned "with the intent to destabilize" the country and that he provided financial support to the M23's political arm.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Trian has said it is skeptical that Victory’s proposal is enough to address client and employee attrition which it believes would destabilize the firm.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

Iraq has reported attacks spilling across its borders, raising fears that the war could destabilize the broader region.

From Salon • Mar. 14, 2026

They might “build on public panic to further destabilize the system by disseminating rumors” and therefore “increase media coverage” and “stress the public health system.”

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers




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