dissects

verb

present tense third-person singular of dissect
as in analyzes
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 dissects This German production, predominantly shot in Ukraine, carefully dissects how a gender transition and Russia’s invasion converge on the love between Olya (Tania Myronyshena) and Oleh (Markus Bright). — Sonya Vseliubska, IndieWire, 7 Aug. 2026 In the dark comedy Maddie’s Secret, Early dissects the odd eroticism of online food content. — Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 June 2026 The three-part docuseries, directed by Nick Green and told by key players inside the courtroom, dissects the trial of Michael Jackson and his complex legacy. — Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 20 May 2026 Song Exploder is the default setting for the best music podcast, while One Song, which dissects one iconic song every episode, and provides a deep, humorous, and technical analysis of a single track’s production, history, and cultural impact goes largely unnoticed. — Frank Racioppi, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026 Dolan dissects his estrangement from his mother after forty years of attempts at peace, and weaves in research and reportage about child abuse and trauma. — Literary Hub, 28 Apr. 2026 Bill of the Month is a crowdsourced investigation by KFF Health News and The Washington Post’s Well+Being that dissects and explains medical bills. — Andrew Jones, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026 Each installment dissects the making-of of a show, novel, painting, song, or other work through conversations with artists and their artifacts. — Adam Moss, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026 Shops sell commemorative merchandise, the press dissects the dress and flower details ad nauseam, and the wedding attire may even go on display after the event. — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dissects
  1. analyzes
  2. examines
  3. assesses
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  • Legal representation in fiscal year 2026 immigration court proceedings is at the lowest level since 2010, according to Austin Kocher, a research professor at Syracuse University who analyzes immigration data.
    — Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The report, released on July 29, analyzes 52 weeks of customer moves from July 2025 through June 2026, according to U-Haul.
    — Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of analyzes
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  • An inspection, while not required for the loan, examines the roof, foundation, plumbing and electrical systems and can reveal costly repairs that affect your decision to buy.
    — Sharon Wu, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2026
  • The study examines how death rates might be lower if the 2025 hypertension guidelines were implemented during those years, Al-Jarshawi said.
    — Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of examines
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  • The process begins with the business and assesses the full communications function against what the organization will need over the next several years.
    — David Grossman, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Ahead of Monday’s trip to Cardiff, The Athletic assesses the business already done in the window.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of assesses

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