dispense with

phrase

1
: to set aside : discard
dispensing with the usual introduction
2
: to do without
could dispense with such a large staff

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But much of the program dispensed with speed to explore the other skills of the dogs — and their owners. — ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026 Good Hang dispenses with the film and goes straight to the lunch. — Hillary Busis, Vanity Fair, 12 Aug. 2026 The prophecy detracts from the story of civil war and dynastic succession and could have been dispensed with altogether even in Season 1. — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 The governor should dispense with such a commission and simply use his formidable power and financial resources to get the job done, or at least started. — Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dispense with

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