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eviscerate

[ih-vis-uh-reyt, ih-vis-er-it, -uh-reyt] / ɪˈvɪs əˌreɪt, ɪˈvɪs ər ɪt, -əˌreɪt /
VERB
disembowel
Synonyms


Example Sentences

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Bass warned that the measure would eviscerate funding for public safety and other services.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 10, 2025

She rarely shows up in viral clips because she doesn’t tend to eviscerate anyone or lose it on air.

From Slate • May 15, 2024

Melt caves will eviscerate more and more glaciers—creating lakes that could release devastating floods.

From National Geographic • Jan. 10, 2024

It’s a relief that the decision does not change the law or further eviscerate protection for voting rights.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 12, 2023

He didn’t know anyone who could eviscerate someone with words quite like Aunt Hila.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny