dissections

noun

Definition of dissectionsnext
plural of dissection
as in analyses
the separation and identification of the parts of a whole the book's dissection of the problem of obesity in this country

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  1. analyses
  2. investigations
  3. inspections
Noun
  • Hoover said now that the application has been submitted, the vetting process begins, and several different agencies will complete analyses of the proposal.
    Mikenzie Frost, Baltimore Sun, 4 Jan. 2025
  • The Athletic breaks down his post-match comments and analyses what upset him.
    Jay Harris, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of analyses
Noun
  • Going after congressional lawmakers, former or present, Justice department officials, like special prosecutor Jack Smith, or members of the press, for covering and writing about congressional investigations and judicial prosecutions, have no legal justification whatsoever.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • As investigations progress, new evidence can lead to the recall being reclassified into a more serious category.
    Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of investigations
Noun
  • Mutual mama bear admiration After training, home inspections, background checks, and financial screenings, the Owenses got their first foster placement within two months in 2020.
    Brad Schmitt, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Winter Park Resort said the lift remained closed Sunday for repairs and inspections and the gondola manufacturer was on-site, according to KDVR.
    Greg Norman, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024
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