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impurity

[im-pyoor-i-tee] / ɪmˈpyʊər ɪ ti /


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Until now, physicists have not had a clear theory that links this extreme case with the mobile impurity picture.

From Science Daily • Feb. 8, 2026

It followed concerns in several countries that the products may contain the impurity.

From BBC • Oct. 9, 2024

A specific lot labeled L200183 tested high in impurity and low in the inactive ingredient ascorbic acid, commonly called Vitamin C.

From Washington Times • Aug. 3, 2023

There’s a certain impurity to being an artist in the 21st century.

From New York Times • Apr. 5, 2023

Perhaps she’s the impurity in him, the static in his signal that the bullies can sense.

From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr