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dislocate

[dis-loh-keyt, dis-loh-keyt] / ˈdɪs loʊˌkeɪt, dɪsˈloʊ keɪt /
VERB
displace
Synonyms
STRONG
break disarticulate disconnect disengage disjoint disorder disrupt disturb disunite divide jumble misplace move remove rummage separate shift transfer unhinge upset
WEAK
mix up put out of joint
Antonyms
STRONG
agree arrange attach combine connect couple fasten fix hold join keep link order organize place remain stay unite
WEAK
keep together

Example Sentences

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"I'm not going to say he's out, but I think it'd be doubtful if you dislocate your shoulder," Italy coach John Davison told reporters.

From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026

It would destroy the economy, dislocate millions of Americans and destabilize the globe.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 6, 2023

Due to being unable to be as active as I wanted, I lost a lot of muscle which caused my joints to deteriorate and dislocate frequently.

From BBC • Sep. 28, 2022

Will giving birth be a beautiful if intense experience or will you hemorrhage, dislocate your pelvis or require an emergency C-section?

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2022

The two boys dislocate and grin at each other.

From "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" by J.K. Rowling

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