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diffuse

[dih-fyooz, dih-fyoos] / dɪˈfyuz, dɪˈfyus /




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Security guards and family members quickly intervened to diffuse the situation.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

“Furthermore, DWP will be unable to fully eliminate theft given the diffuse nature of the DWP system.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Evolutions in technology and the way wars are fought -- notably with drones -- are also making the global arms market more diffuse, which could benefit Japan, according to analysts at the Stimson Center.

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

Responsibility can then remain diffuse, so people can talk about mistakes without the emotional hit of assigning blame.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Hazel could feel her heart lose its solidity and diffuse slowly in her chest.

From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu




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