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Dismember

usgb/dɪsˈmembər/Volume
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Gruesome Imagery

The verb 'dismember' evokes images of violence and horror, often used in crime or thriller genres.

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Detectives feared the murderer would dismember more victims.
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Severe Crime

'Dismember' is used to describe a heinous act and implies intent to prevent identification or hinder investigation.

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To erase his traces, the criminal dismembered the evidence.
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Avoid Literal Use

Used metaphorically, 'dismember' can shock or offend; avoid it in casual conversation.

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When he said he would dismember the project, his team was taken aback.
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