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In literature, the term "demagnetize" has been used in ways that extend beyond its purely physical meaning. For example, in the Simple Sabotage Field Manual [1], it is employed to describe the deliberate misdirection of a compass by neutralizing its magnetic influence—effectively sabotaging navigation. This usage not only highlights the literal process of removing magnetism but also serves as a metaphor for disrupting an established path or order, echoing themes of subversion and strategic interference in covert operations.
  1. Demagnetize the compass or maladjust it by concealing a large bar of steel or iron near to it.
    — from Simple Sabotage Field Manual by United States. Office of Strategic Services

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