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disperse

[dih-spurs] / dɪˈspɜrs /


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This material consists of a single atomic layer of carbon with oxygen groups attached, giving it the ability to disperse well in water and perform a range of functions.

From Science Daily • Apr. 26, 2026

Five people were arrested for failing to disperse, Coss said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 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

They believe carbon monoxide fumes were leaking into the cabin of the plane during Sala's flight, and the lack of an audible alarm meant Ibbotson was unable to take action to disperse the deadly gas.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

I was about to ask something else when we heard the tenants say Amen in a chorus of hope and then begin to disperse.

From "Bodega Dreams" by Ernesto Quinonez




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