Dispense with

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verb

To decide not to use or do something any longer.

The company has decided to dispense with formal dress code.
Visual representation of "dispense with" - To decide not to use or do something any longer

Often appears as...

  • dispense with formalities
  • dispense with services
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Phrase Connotation

Often used when something is deemed unnecessary or outdated in a current setting.

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We'll dispense with the introductions, everyone here is familiar.
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Emphasizing Change

Use to emphasize that a change has been made, usually to make things simpler.

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This software allows us to dispense with complex calculations.
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Modernization

Implies a step towards modernity, efficiency, or a new way of thinking.

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Companies often dispense with old policies to stay competitive.
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