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noun

dissolution

separation into component parts

In a sentence

Six example sentences with dissolution, each labelled with its topic.

  • Dissolution of the alloy in nitric acid carries the copper away and leaves the gold behind as a dark powder.

    Science

  • The dissolution of the governing coalition split the cabinet into four rival blocs before the week had ended.

    Politics

  • After the dissolution of the partnership, the studio's equipment, client list, and lease went to three different owners.

    Business

  • The dissolution of the company required paying every creditor before the shareholders could split what remained.

    Law

  • The dissolution of the monasteries under Henry VIII broke up estates that had been whole for centuries.

    History

  • After the band's dissolution the drummer took the name, the singer took the songs, and the fans took sides.

    Music

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