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purify

[pyoor-uh-fahy] / ˈpyʊər əˌfaɪ /


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In such an environment, it is especially reckless to assume that war, no matter how justified, will somehow purify institutions rather than corrode them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

The punishments were made after a "systematic review" and were needed "to enforce industry discipline, purify the football environment, and maintain fair competition", the CFA wrote on its official social media account Thursday.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

Board of Water and Power Commissioners voted to purify 45 million gallons, enough water for 500,000 people.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 31, 2025

It can purify water and slow down waves, protecting coastal areas from flooding as a result.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2025

She has to remain in the air lock until the filters have a chance to purify the foreign air.

From "Everything, Everything" by Nicola Yoon




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