pure

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Like the large so-called moon jar that opens the exhibition, these capacious bowls glazed in eggshell white flaunt their foibles with wobbling edges that give character to otherwise pure forms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

When it comes to records, the pure plastic pollution that comes from them is also a concern.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

He added: "Henry's family have responded to this in just the most extraordinarily dignified way. But I suggest the rest of us respond to this with pure, cold rage."

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Secondly, many of the companies making these batteries aren’t pure plays, which means shareholders will also be exposed to any risks or negative headlines from their other business segments.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Support for American independence, for example, was always fragile and shifted with each victory or defeat in the field, which was often a matter of pure luck.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis