as in fractured
forcibly separated into many pieces
restoring the fragmented Roman sculpture was like putting together a jigsaw puzzle
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as in disrupted
to cause to separate into pieces usually suddenly or forcibly
you can fragment that peanut brittle easily, but how it breaks is basically up to the brittle
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Recent Examples of fragmented
Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
And before news had become so fragmented.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026
Heather Gatcombe, STAT, 6 Apr. 2026
Each checkpoint exists because identity is fragmented across siloed systems.
—Alex Israel, Fortune, 4 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
But the field remains fragmented, with overlapping frameworks, competing recommendations, and little agreement on where to start.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
And before news had become so fragmented.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026
Verb
The result is fragmented, inconsistent coverage that leaves some of the most medically vulnerable Americans without access to the treatments their doctors deem essential.
—Heather Gatcombe, STAT, 6 Apr. 2026
Each checkpoint exists because identity is fragmented across siloed systems.
—Alex Israel, Fortune, 4 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fragmented
Adjective
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In one of the most fractured gubernatorial races in California history, the hedge fund billionaire and 2020 presidential candidate has emerged as a real contender to replace Gavin Newsom next year.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
24 Apr. 2026
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Sullivan was hired in January and brought with him a promise to rebuild Miami's fractured franchise in a similar way the the Packers' model — to rely on the draft to find and develop their own talent to build their franchise around.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The United Nations Development Programme reports that higher energy prices, disrupted food systems, and economic slowdowns triggered by the war could push up to thirty-two million people globally into poverty.—
Sudarsan Raghavan,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2026
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Disasters threaten treatment The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration works with states to ensure that access to opioid use disorder medication isn't disrupted, Health and Human Services spokesperson Emily Hilliard said.—
Andrew Jones,
NPR,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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According to Wolcott Animal Control, the dog displayed no obvious signs of trauma such as being hit by car, broken bones, gun shot wounds or other external injuries.—
Kellie Love,
Hartford Courant,
24 Apr. 2026
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Luckily, most spring leafy greens can withstand a broken petiole or two and recover nicely.—
Anthony Reardon,
Kansas City Star,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Several days after his defeat, five-term prime minister Viktor Orbán broke his silence.—
Steven P. Dinkin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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Martinez was the backup catcher for Cypress’ baseball team until Noah Johnson broke his right hand earlier this month and Martinez moved into the starting lineup.—
Steve Fryer,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Aerial footage showed the sedan parked next to the center divider, with at least one shattered window.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Mullett says her injuries included a broken back, a broken left leg, a shattered pelvis and head trauma.—
David Chiu,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The entire place is dedicated to modern popular culture and boasts an eye-catching exterior reminiscent of a smashed electric guitar.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Apr. 2026
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The brand, which has more than 15 locations nationwide, is known for its smashed donuts, which are fresh, warm doughnut sandwiches with a cold ice cream center.—
Bailey Reed,
Louisville Courier Journal,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Fragmented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fragmented. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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