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dispel

[dih-spel] / dɪˈspɛl /


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Mahan has sought to dispel those concerns, arguing that he believes AI and social media platforms should be regulated.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 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

"If they do, they finish the ride then go to the back of their car and spit three times to dispel the bad luck," he says.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

What’s Next: Workday’s earnings results were overshadowed by poor guidance and a disappointing year-end backlog of subscriptions, a combination that won’t dispel the negative sentiment around business software.

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




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