disperse
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AFP journalists saw several people arrested by police, who also fired tear gas to disperse the growing crowds.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
Typically, winds in the upper atmosphere can weaken or disperse gravity waves before they reach such heights.
From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026
Both substances can disperse widely in the air.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who visited troops in the Middle East over the weekend, said the U.S. military took steps to fortify and disperse forces at its bases in the region before strikes began.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
Some change of countenance was necessary for each gentleman as they walked into Mrs. Weston’s drawing-room;—Mr. Elton must compose his joyous looks, and Mr. John Knightley disperse his ill-humour.
From "Emma" by Jane Austen
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