1
as in dissipated
to go off in different directions and cease to exist as a body or unified whole
the crowd dispersed once the show ended
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as in scattered
to cause (members of a group) to move widely apart
the family of the missing woman dispersed searchers to all corners of the national park
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as in disbanded
to cease to exist or cause to cease to exist as a group or organization
the campaign staff dispersed almost immediately after the election
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Recent Examples of dispersed
Expecting a spouse, children, or a community to handle this long-term is unrealistic, especially as families become more dispersed and community support diminishes.
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Patti Brennan, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Since remote teams are geographically dispersed, leading through effective communication and collaboration is crucial.
—Caroline Castrillon, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Any leftover funds, that are not otherwise dispersed, could be transferred to another nonprofit, including the university, which operates under the same tax-exempt status.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 21 Dec. 2024
After a short boat ride, guests dispersed to admire dolphins rollicking in the marsh’s winding waterways.
—Jennifer Hope Choi, Bon Appétit, 13 Dec. 2024
About two decades ago, another settlement involving the Oakland diocese dispersed about $1 million per victim.
—Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 13 Dec. 2024
The tigers were dispersed across the region to maximize their range.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 13 Dec. 2024
Their technology uses photosensitive dyes dispersed in a polymer matrix to create a reflective or fluorescent optical media.
—Thomas Coughlin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
After a year of touring, the girls dispersed to focus on solo projects, and a band reunion is expected to take place in 2025.
—Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 9 Dec. 2024
Patti Brennan, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Since remote teams are geographically dispersed, leading through effective communication and collaboration is crucial.
—Caroline Castrillon, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Any leftover funds, that are not otherwise dispersed, could be transferred to another nonprofit, including the university, which operates under the same tax-exempt status.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 21 Dec. 2024
After a short boat ride, guests dispersed to admire dolphins rollicking in the marsh’s winding waterways.
—Jennifer Hope Choi, Bon Appétit, 13 Dec. 2024
About two decades ago, another settlement involving the Oakland diocese dispersed about $1 million per victim.
—Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 13 Dec. 2024
The tigers were dispersed across the region to maximize their range.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 13 Dec. 2024
Their technology uses photosensitive dyes dispersed in a polymer matrix to create a reflective or fluorescent optical media.
—Thomas Coughlin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
After a year of touring, the girls dispersed to focus on solo projects, and a band reunion is expected to take place in 2025.
—Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 9 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dispersed
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These canvas structures—designed to mimic the boulders scattered across the landscape—are luxuriously outfitted with modern comforts like speedy WiFi and Nespresso machines and feature private plunge pools, where elephants frequently stop by for a drink.—
Christine Chitnis,
Vogue,
8 Jan. 2025
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The Winter Wonderland overlay sees Ski Dubai scattered with igloos and snowmen made from actual snow whilst icy walls are wrapped in fairy lights and the chalets are bristling with baubles and tinsel.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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In Chicago, after the City Council disbanded its own inspector general’s office, aldermen eventually transferred some of its powers to a citywide inspector general.—
Joe Mahr,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Dec. 2024
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The panel disbanded without issuing a final report.—
Joe Mahr,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Dec. 2024
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In May, a pair of Bayer fans attempting to view the sculpture from over a short brick wall on the backside of the property alerted Koko Bayer that the sculpture had disappeared.—
Andrew Travers,
The Hollywood Reporter,
8 Jan. 2025
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His mother had disappeared during the journey from Cuba.—
Linda Robertson,
Miami Herald,
8 Jan. 2025
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After sugar is dissolved and 165 degrees is reached, begin whipping up egg whites until stiff peaks form.—
The Enquirer,
The Enquirer,
3 Jan. 2025
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This year’s ceremony is the second under new leadership after the Hollywood Foreign Press Association was dissolved following controversies including allegations the HFPA had no Black members, ran smear campaigns and engaged in questionable financial practices.—
Conor Murray,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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“Dispersed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dispersed. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.
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