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as in disperses
to cause (members of a group) to move widely apart
dissipated the enemy forces with unremitting artillery fire
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as in spends
to use up carelessly
dissipated the family fortune in reckless business ventures
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as in disappears
to go off in different directions and cease to exist as a body or unified whole
the fog should dissipate once the sun comes out in full force
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Recent Examples of dissipates
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
The result is shaking that can last far longer than on Earth because seismic energy dissipates slowly in the moon's fractured interior.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Whatever wholesome energy might have accumulated in the air from that exchange dissipates as soon as we’re thrown back in the galley.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 24 Mar. 2026
Infused with temperature-regulating gel, the pillow also wicks away moisture and dissipates heat, so you’re left comfortably dry no matter the season or outdoor temperatures.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026
Instead of storing calories, brown fat dissipates them.
—Claudio Villanueva, The Conversation, 11 Mar. 2026
Radiation fog usually dissipates shortly after sunrise as the ground warms.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 9 Mar. 2026
The negativity dissipates as a young man walks into the clubhouse, baseball cap on backward for the moment, energetic and respectful and joyful and supremely confident.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
As that belief dissipates, talent retention, consumer trust, and the social license to operate all decline.
—Martin Whittaker, Fortune, 19 Feb. 2026
Verb
What to look for in an arnica gel Some arnica gels have a slight odor that dissipates when exposed to the air and rubbed into your skin.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
The result is shaking that can last far longer than on Earth because seismic energy dissipates slowly in the moon's fractured interior.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Whatever wholesome energy might have accumulated in the air from that exchange dissipates as soon as we’re thrown back in the galley.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 24 Mar. 2026
Infused with temperature-regulating gel, the pillow also wicks away moisture and dissipates heat, so you’re left comfortably dry no matter the season or outdoor temperatures.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026
Instead of storing calories, brown fat dissipates them.
—Claudio Villanueva, The Conversation, 11 Mar. 2026
Radiation fog usually dissipates shortly after sunrise as the ground warms.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 9 Mar. 2026
The negativity dissipates as a young man walks into the clubhouse, baseball cap on backward for the moment, energetic and respectful and joyful and supremely confident.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
As that belief dissipates, talent retention, consumer trust, and the social license to operate all decline.
—Martin Whittaker, Fortune, 19 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dissipates
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Once shots are heard in the video, the crowd quickly disperses or takes cover.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Apr. 2026
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An electro-osmotic pump (a device that disperses liquids with electrical force) controls the fragrance delivery precisely, ensuring steady scent production with minimal timing gaps.—
Shirl Leigh
March 31,
New Atlas,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Barden spends a lot of time speaking to agents and other athlete representatives.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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How Gen X spends Shoppers are seen outside the French multinational personal care and beauty retail brand Sephora store in Spain.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Overplaying exotic bets is where money disappears quickly.—
Neil Greenberg,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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When Fiona disappears, local oddball Jerry (David Wilmot) is the chief suspect.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
1 May 2026
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Include categories for deep work, admin tasks, communication, and time wasters.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Dana and Harper occasionally feel extraneous, there to fill out the group rather than carry out their own narrative arcs, but the bond between Charlie and Lorcan, and Lorcan’s search for his place in the world, is a solid emotional core the show never loses sight of.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
1 May 2026
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Any horse entered into a claiming race can be claimed by another owner before the race, and whether that horse wins, loses or doesn’t finish, that new owner must pay for that horse.—
Neil Greenberg,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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As his memory fades, Caroline must navigate the unimaginable.—
Deirdre Durkan,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
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However, as the smell fades over time, so will its effectiveness in warding off mice.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
30 Apr. 2026
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Some estimates show that China was among the lowest research spenders worldwide in 1980.—
Caroline Wagner,
The Conversation,
24 Apr. 2026
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Although there will be salary exceptions such as veteran minimum contracts to help fill a spot or two, the Magic won’t be able to be heavy spenders in free agency in their current financial situation.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Romvari disappears Jeremy from shots in the film as Sasha’s fantasy dissolves.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
23 Apr. 2026
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Mixing colostrum powder with liquid not only dissolves it properly but also minimizes potential risks.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Dissipates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dissipates. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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