deployed; deploying; deploys
1
a
: to extend (a military unit) especially in width
b
: to place in battle formation or appropriate positions
deploying troops to the region
2
: to spread out, utilize, or arrange for a deliberate purpose
deploy a sales force
deploy a parachute
: to move, spread out, or function while being deployed
the troops deployed along the front
the parachute failed to deploy
Examples of deploy in a Sentence
The troops were deployed for battle.
They plan to deploy more American soldiers over the next six months.
Two scientists were deployed to study the problem.
Both campaigns are deploying volunteers to the cities to encourage people to vote.
Equipment and supplies have been deployed across the country.
He deploys several arguments to prove his point.
Wait several seconds before deploying the parachute.
The boat's sails were not fully deployed.
The parachute failed to deploy properly.
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Moore, who was deployed to Afghanistan, enlisted after being inspired by former Secretary of State Colin Powell.
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Cheyanne M. Daniels, The Hill, 5 Apr. 2025
At the same time, many families are reluctant to deploy as much capital, concerned that the trade war will impact the operating businesses responsible for their wealth, Odette said.
—Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 4 Apr. 2025
Wrenn said the initial plan is to deploy about 250 satellites, each with a mass of 150 pounds (70 kg).
—ArsTechnica, 4 Apr. 2025
And the White House refuses to rule out deploying American soldiers.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
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Cheyanne M. Daniels, The Hill, 5 Apr. 2025
At the same time, many families are reluctant to deploy as much capital, concerned that the trade war will impact the operating businesses responsible for their wealth, Odette said.
—Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 4 Apr. 2025
Wrenn said the initial plan is to deploy about 250 satellites, each with a mass of 150 pounds (70 kg).
—ArsTechnica, 4 Apr. 2025
And the White House refuses to rule out deploying American soldiers.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
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“Deploy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/deploy. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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