as in to analyze
to identify and examine the basic elements or parts of (something) especially for discovering interrelationships
let's dissect the plot of this thriller to see what makes it thrilling
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Recent Examples of dissect
In January 1947, Short's body was found dissected and drained of blood in an empty lot in Los Angeles.
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Maureen Lee Lenker, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Sep. 2025
Each motion of his swing, once dissected, felt mechanical rather than instinctive.
—Zach Sweet, Kansas City Star, 9 Sep. 2025
Allen was dissecting the Ravens’ defense, with the biggest play being a 32-yard strike to new receiver Josh Palmer to get into field goal range.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Cat Miller used to dissect complex financial reports with precision, crafting investment pitches that could move millions.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
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Maureen Lee Lenker, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Sep. 2025
Each motion of his swing, once dissected, felt mechanical rather than instinctive.
—Zach Sweet, Kansas City Star, 9 Sep. 2025
Allen was dissecting the Ravens’ defense, with the biggest play being a 32-yard strike to new receiver Josh Palmer to get into field goal range.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Cat Miller used to dissect complex financial reports with precision, crafting investment pitches that could move millions.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dissect
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Once considered a cornerstone of learning, the ability to analyze, evaluate, and discern information has been replaced by an overreliance on quick answers.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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This article was generated by the Bay Area Home Report Bot, software that analyzes home sales or other data and creates an article based on a template created by humans.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
10 Sep. 2025
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Fashion and sociology experts say that, when examining the significance of any bold fashion statement such as Robbie's, context plays an important role.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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This fall, the Louis Vuitton men’s creative director examines the transatlantic cultural exchange that was central to classic collegiate style, marrying rowing aesthetics with dandyism.—
Naomi Rougeau,
Robb Report,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Dissect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dissect. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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