dispel

Example Sentences

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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

The results will do nothing to dispel the negative sentiment plaguing shares, which have tumbled 50% over the past year.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

Nanos has tried to dispel concerns that investigators are hitting nothing but dead ends, telling NBC News that “as long as we have the ability to chase a lead, it’s not cold.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

Dr Sauvage said the most important approach was to speak directly to families and "dispel any concerns they have about side effects or problems with the vaccine, which is safe".

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

Martin and Ethel would invite a neighbor or two for cake to dispel any gossip or speculation.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead