dispelling

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Our findings show clear benefits in key areas of healthy ageing, while also dispelling some of the myths surrounding its use.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said he recently held a 2-½-hour meeting with Khamenei, in a public message that appeared aimed at dispelling questions about whether the new leader is indeed alive and running the country.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

“The No. 1 driver for us is dispelling the myth that reuse is just DIY or lower quality than ‘new’ fashion,” says Schlater from his studio.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 18, 2024

American comedian Tiffany Haddish has defended her controversial TikTok video of her visit to a supermarket in Zimbabwe, saying it was aimed at dispelling perceptions that there was "war everyday" in Africa.

From BBC • Jul. 29, 2024

“You can kick both their tails for all I care, but do it somewhere else,” Jim said, dispelling any thought I might have had that he cared anything about me.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam