dissociation

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Recent Examples of dissociation Premium pricing, terrible range, little-to-no charging infrastructure, and a complete dissociation with the Harley identity were all contributing factors. New Atlas, 24 Feb. 2026 Morrison dramatizes how the psychological toll is one of anxiety, depression, and even extreme dissociation. Doni Wilson, Houston Chronicle, 26 Jan. 2026 Trauma can manifest as dissociation, flat affect, or frantic behavior, while abusers may appear calm and credible. Stephen Martin, Oklahoma Watch, 13 Jan. 2026 Freeze or dissociation responses are just as real as panic. Kriti Gupta, Refinery29, 17 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dissociation
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Noun
  • But Hartman's water system is on the brink of collapse, prompting SB 157, which allows for rapid dissolution under certain circumstances.
    Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 28 May 2026
  • Again, as Bungie’s only game now with nothing else greenlit, that could lead to the slashing or shutdown or dissolution of the studio entirely.
    Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Noun
  • Though not necessarily in it for the long haul, iconic pairings like Gwyneth Paltrow and Brad Pitt or Cameron Diaz and Justin Timberlake captured the attention of millions around the world—as did their breakups.
    Emma Banks, InStyle, 23 May 2026
  • The breakup of The Vision should happen sooner rather than later, but that remains to be seen.
    Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
Noun
  • As assimilation and disaffiliation have transformed the community, more observant populations have taken on a larger role.
    Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
  • The vision, centered on spreading the gospel to others, comes at a moment when church apathy and disaffiliation is on the rise across the nation, Martin said.
    Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 26 Feb. 2026

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“Dissociation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dissociation. Accessed 30 May. 2026.

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