dispelled
Example Sentences
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Through her media prominence and prolific output as an author, with a dozen books to her name, Steinem dispelled the stereotype of the humorless feminist simply by living.
From Salon ● Sep. 3, 2026
Twenty-three years after making his senior debut for Portugal, any thoughts Ronaldo-mania might be fading have been dispelled at this World Cup.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
But we know that’s just an illusion, one that is dispelled by looking inside the machine.
From Slate ● May 25, 2026
Escalona's presence at Rodriguez's first cabinet meeting last week dispelled rumors that he had died in the strike.
From Barron's ● Jan. 12, 2026
The darkness around him dispelled completely, leaving nothing to protect him except his battered armor.
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
