decentralize
verb (used with object)
to distribute the administrative powers or functions of (a central authority) over a less concentrated area.
decentralise
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a variation of
decentralize.
Example Sentences
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At a press briefing on Tuesday, WHO expert Thierno Balde described efforts to ramp up and decentralise the response to bring it closer to communities where the virus is spreading.
From Barron's β Aug. 18, 2026
Burnham also intends to decentralise power away from London to other cities and regions.
From Barron's β Jul. 21, 2026
He has pledged to ease access to credit for small businesses, lower certain taxes, reduce import tariffs, crack down on corruption, and decentralise the government.
From BBC β Oct. 20, 2025
Highlighting recent success stories from the north-east – including Brit Award winner Jade and last year's Mercury Prize recipients English Teacher – Twist says the music industry is making a "big push" to decentralise.
From BBC β Oct. 15, 2025
Its first effect, if it has any real power in our hearts and lives, will be to change their centre, to decentralise.
From Expositions of Holy Scripture: Romans Corinthians (To II Corinthians, Chap. V) by Alexander Maclaren
