dispersed
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"It is possible to change the direction of the energy flux, which can improve how wastewater or other contaminants along a coastline are dispersed."
From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026
In practice, the sequence highlights a broader shift in late-night television culture: from singular network platforms toward dispersed, hybrid appearances that blur the line between mainstream entertainment, local programming, and internet-native performance.
From Salon • May 23, 2026
“Climate change is pushing this habitat suitability window faster than the trees can be dispersed and start producing new individuals,” Kaiser said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
Swatch's Old Trafford store in Greater Manchester has reopened after the police were called and then dispersed a large number of people.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
The group gave a huge cheer, then dispersed to their jobs.
From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin
Vocabulary lists containing dispersed
Unit 3: Compelling Evidence
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Ten Words from Today's NY Times - Jan. 16, 2013
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"One Crazy Summer" by Rita Williams-Garcia, List 10
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