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

Detectives feared the murderer would dismember more victims.
Severe Crime
'Dismember' is used to describe a heinous act and implies intent to prevent identification or hinder investigation.

To erase his traces, the criminal dismembered the evidence.
Avoid Literal Use
Used metaphorically, 'dismember' can shock or offend; avoid it in casual conversation.

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