Synonyms

demobilize

American

[dee-moh-buh-lahyz] / diˈmoʊ bəˌlaɪz /

especially British, demobilise

verb (used with object)

demobilized, demobilizing

to disband (troops, an army, etc.).
to discharge (a person) from military service.

demobilize British

/ diːˈməʊbɪˌlaɪz /

verb

to disband, as troops, etc

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Other Word Forms

demobilization noun

Etymology

Origin of demobilize

First recorded in 1865–70; de- + mobilize

Example Sentences

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Although some dissident guerrilla groups remain active, the deal brought about a transformation for Colombia -- about 13,000 fighters and collaborators demobilized and returned to civilian life.

From Barron's

The Army Corps and its contractors initially aimed to demobilize by Jan. 8, 2026, the one-year anniversary of the fires, but federal cleanup efforts finished much earlier than expected.

From Los Angeles Times

Most had already been demobilized, with the US military saying 100 Guard troops remained deployed at the time.

From Barron's

While the federal government may demobilize, the onus now has been pushed to the property owners to either finish the job.

From Los Angeles Times

It demobilizes, distracts, and depresses those who want to do better.

From Salon

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