fractures 1 of 2

verb

Definition of fracturesnext
present tense third-person singular of fracture
1
as in disrupts
to cause to separate into pieces usually suddenly or forcibly fractured his arm in the fall

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2
as in violates
to fail to keep civil liberties that have been fractured by the government's actions

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fractures

2 of 2

noun

plural of fracture
as in fissures

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fractures
  1. disrupts
  2. violates
  3. fissures
  4. lacerations
  5. incisions
Verb
  • Seeley suggests that work stress and worry over how to find the right work-life balance can ultimately have a negative impact on sleep, adding that a cycle often happens when, over time, prolonged sleep deprivation disrupts circadian rhythm, negatively affecting your physical and mental health.
    Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
  • However, if your body is under chronic stress, your cortisol levels will remain high for long periods, which disrupts the body’s ability to cope with and manage stress.
    Carrie Madormo, RN, MPH, Verywell Health, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of disrupts
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  • Major publishing companies and authors are arguing that a federal judge should deny Florida’s request to dismiss a lawsuit over the removal of school library books, saying a controversial state law violates First Amendment rights.
    Jim Saunders, Orlando Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Incentives could also encompass partial sanctions relief, with snap-back clauses to reimpose them if Russia violates the terms of the deal.
    Samuel Charap, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of violates
Noun
  • Webcam imagery shows a line of fissures erupting lava fountains feeding lava flows at the base of Halemaʻumaʻu within Kaluapele.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Freeland’s departure has exposed the fissures within Trudeau’s own party and has emboldened more of his own caucus to call for his resignation.
    Lex Harvey, CNN, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of fissures
Noun
  • Liner gloves aren’t very effective against wind, precipitation, impacts, abrasion, or lacerations.
    Wes Siler, Outside Online, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Honolulu Emergency Medical Services told CNN that the patients’ injuries included a serious head injury, lacerations, bruising and loss of consciousness.
    Alexandra Skores, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of lacerations
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  • The clinic also provides the DHI procedure, which enables direct implantation of hair follicles without needing previous incisions, which appeals to patients who want even more precision.
    Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Doctors don’t need to make incisions or use sharp tools.
    Kavitha Surana, ProPublica, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of incisions
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