dispel

Example Sentences

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The 35-year-old, from Hebburn, South Tyneside, has now launched She Thrives, an online social community to dispel myths, but also to break down taboos about women's health.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

The medical students were able to dispel rumors some women had heard: The test doesn’t damage breast tissue, nor do the X-rays increase cancer risk.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

When you grow up as a child actor, people always assume you’re going to be an arsehole, so I think I’ve always wanted to dispel the notion of that as quickly as possible.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

The results will do nothing to dispel the negative sentiment plaguing shares, which have tumbled 50% over the past year.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

But like the sun, I will dispel the darkness about me and cast a light upon the truth.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein