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dissect

[dih-sekt, dahy-] / dɪˈsɛkt, daɪ- /




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They dissect her appeal to the many groups—from Surrealists and feminists to the LGBTQ+ community and the disabled—who since the 1930s have embraced her as one of their own.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

When asked whether the Legislature had plans to dissect the response, Allen said he would support a robust investigation.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026

The kids took to TikTok and Instagram to dissect every awful thing Banks and the rest did in the name of goosing ratings, with many wondering why its audience barely blinked at its endless exploitation.

From Salon • Feb. 20, 2026

It is much easier to dissect a decision than to make it.

From BBC • Dec. 16, 2025

She can cut to the nub of a problem, dissect and analyse it in the time it takes other people to say good morning.

From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins