exorcise
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The modern West tried to exorcise these demons.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 19, 2026
They attempted in vain to exorcise the spirits.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2025
To exorcise the ghosts of Paris, they must wait until 2027.
From BBC • Nov. 8, 2024
Both teams can exorcise the 2017 demons, then give us the series we were deprived of in 2017.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 25, 2024
This, his activity here with animals and animal dealers, seemed the only weak spot in the shroud of depression, a flaw by which he might be able to grab it and exorcise it.
From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick
Vocabulary lists containing exorcise
Power Prefix: ex-
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Bless Me, Ultima
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Commonly Confused Words, List 4
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
