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dispersing

NOUN
repelling
Synonyms


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The rotating forces improved their performance, as they became more adept at dispersing and concealing themselves and using electronic warfare, said the Army official.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 12, 2026

Rather than dispersing evenly in every direction, heat can follow routes determined by the structure of a crystal.

From Science Daily Aug. 7, 2026

The group also requested that once the bonfire has been lit that "everyone pays their respects by dispersing quietly and respectfully afterwards".

From BBC Jul. 11, 2026

Counter-protesters showed up toward the end and shouted toward the Hernandez supporters and the two sides exchanged some words before dispersing.

From Los Angeles Times May 31, 2026

The teachers have come now and are dispersing everyone.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh




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