dispel
Example Sentences
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Even the picturesque beaches and striking sunsets couldn’t dispel the tension among the members of Earth, Wind & Fire.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026
As Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office tried to dispel misinformation about California’s ballot tabulation process, the statement also said, “For the record: we wish the votes were counted faster, too.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2026
Olise's triple helped to dispel doubts that crept in after France lost their previous warm-up game to Ivory Coast.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
The May 10 Substack essay that began circulating in the wake of her Instagram post did nothing to dispel that eventuality.
From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026
He worked to dispel his doubts about his friend as though to pass another test, like his ordeal in the park.
From "Typical American" by Gish Jen
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