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Inactivate (Verb)

Make inactive; "they deactivated the file".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The team had to inactivate the malware that had infected their system to prevent further damage.
In order to meet safety regulations, the construction crew inactivated the elevator during the renovation.
To conserve water, the family decided to inactivate the sprinkler system during the dry months.
The government decided to inactivate the radio station after discovering it was being used for propaganda.
If the warning system is triggered, it will automatically inactivate the machinery to prevent injury.

Release from military service or remove from the active list of military service.

Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.

The full-time soldiers were inactivated after serving their country for over a decade in multiple foreign conflicts.
In an effort to cut costs, the military decided to inactivate several reserve units and relocate their personnel to other active-duty units.
After his severe injury, John was inactivated from active duty and reassigned to a non-combat role for the remainder of his contract.
The military general's decision to inactivate the squadron drew heavy criticism from enlisted personnel who felt it was a disservice to their sacrifices.
John's formal request to be inactivated from the military was denied, forcing him to complete his scheduled tour of duty before being discharged.