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as in sending
to cause to go or be taken from one place to another
dispatched a messenger with urgent news
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2
as in killing
to deprive of life
the exterminator dispatched the termites with professional efficiency
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as in murdering
to put to death deliberately
during his reign of terror the dictator dispatched thousands without the slightest qualm
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as in defeating
to achieve a victory over
they dispatched the other team without breaking a sweat
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Recent Examples of dispatching
Governor John Dutton is murdered Sheridan wasted no time dispatching Costner's pivotal character.
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Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
Then Tuesday John Kirby, the White House national security communications adviser, announced that President Biden was dispatching national security adviser Jake Sullivan to the region to address both Syria and Gaza ceasefire and hostage issues.
—Howard Lafranchi, The Christian Science Monitor, 11 Dec. 2024
Biden is dispatching his national security advisor, Jake Sullivan, to Israel this week for talks with Netanyahu and Israeli officials about the situation in Syria and ongoing efforts to win a cease-fire and hostage deal that could bring an end to the war in Gaza.
—Matthew Lee, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
The German designer also hoovered up candles from Paris concept store Colette, its fragrance based on fresh figs, dispatching them to his various homes.
—Miles Socha, WWD, 5 Dec. 2024
But as the larger plot rolls along, dispatching the Commandos to a fictional Eastern European nation to protect its Princess Ilana (Maria Bakalova) against the sorceress Circe (Anya Chalotra), Gunn gives each member of the team a spotlight via flashbacks.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024
The Ravens have averaged 33 points in dispatching three NFC foes this season.
—Childs Walker, Baltimore Sun, 29 Nov. 2024
Mexico quickly caved, dispatching troops to turn back migrants headed for the United States.
—Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 26 Nov. 2024
The Raiders won the past two playoff games by manhandling North Miami 58-0 and dispatching a feisty Blanche Ely team 53-32 last week.
—Gary Curreri, Sun Sentinel, 26 Nov. 2024
Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
Then Tuesday John Kirby, the White House national security communications adviser, announced that President Biden was dispatching national security adviser Jake Sullivan to the region to address both Syria and Gaza ceasefire and hostage issues.
—Howard Lafranchi, The Christian Science Monitor, 11 Dec. 2024
Biden is dispatching his national security advisor, Jake Sullivan, to Israel this week for talks with Netanyahu and Israeli officials about the situation in Syria and ongoing efforts to win a cease-fire and hostage deal that could bring an end to the war in Gaza.
—Matthew Lee, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
The German designer also hoovered up candles from Paris concept store Colette, its fragrance based on fresh figs, dispatching them to his various homes.
—Miles Socha, WWD, 5 Dec. 2024
But as the larger plot rolls along, dispatching the Commandos to a fictional Eastern European nation to protect its Princess Ilana (Maria Bakalova) against the sorceress Circe (Anya Chalotra), Gunn gives each member of the team a spotlight via flashbacks.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024
The Ravens have averaged 33 points in dispatching three NFC foes this season.
—Childs Walker, Baltimore Sun, 29 Nov. 2024
Mexico quickly caved, dispatching troops to turn back migrants headed for the United States.
—Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 26 Nov. 2024
The Raiders won the past two playoff games by manhandling North Miami 58-0 and dispatching a feisty Blanche Ely team 53-32 last week.
—Gary Curreri, Sun Sentinel, 26 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dispatching
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Staking first begins by sending 32 ETH to the Ethereum deposit contract.Amor Sexton, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Bitcoin is down 14% from its record of more than $108,000 set last Tuesday, sending it into correction territory for the first time in four months.Derek Saul, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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The killer was Stephen Simmons, a tavern keeper who had been convicted of murdering his wife during a drunken quarrel.Dan Austin, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024
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An Alameda County jury last week found David Misch, 63, guilty of murdering best friends Jennifer Duey and Michelle Xavier, prosecutors said.Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
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Instead of trying to generate renewable energy by building wind farms, the company wants to solve the major problem facing them these days—transporting massive turbine blades.Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 23 Dec. 2024
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In 2021, archaeologists exploring near Palermo, Sicily, announced the discovery of an ancient Roman wreck filled with jars used for transporting wine and olive oil.Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Dec. 2024
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Longtime residents of Mayotte worry about a crackdown The cyclone further exacerbated the island’s issues after destroying homes, schools and infrastructure.Sam Mednick and Thomas Adamson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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Russian units in Crimea were destroying their boats in a desperate bid not to be sent to Kherson to join the assault.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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Police made one arrest after executing a search warrant at a Connecticut smoke shop suspected of selling marijuana without a license.Staff report, Hartford Courant, 23 Dec. 2024
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He has been involved in executing the recommendations of the Interpath findings.Adam Crafton, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
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But mastering live streaming will be crucial for its future as concerns about stagnation and subscriber growth continue to loom.Juliana Kim, NPR, 21 Dec. 2024
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The renowned 2011 film Jiro Dreams of Sushi depicts the enormous challenges in mastering the craft.Akiko Katayama, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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As the run progresses, players will earn money by beating rounds (called Blinds) which can be used to purchase Jokers (permanent modifiers and multipliers), Tarot cards (one-time use effects), and Planet cards (poker hand level ups).Scott Robertson, Rolling Stone, 24 Dec. 2024
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That’s right—she’s managed to outdo even herself, beating her 17-week streak from 2023.Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 23 Dec. 2024
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Is there not a single executive somewhere at Netflix to greenlight a fresh retelling of the core Hanukkah story of pride, miracles, and determined guerilla warfare against a conquering despot?Gord Magill, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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Then English speakers began conquering Celtic, Native American, African, Australian and other peoples, pressuring or forcing them to give up their languages.Ross Perlin, The Dial, 14 Nov. 2024
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“Dispatching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dispatching. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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