as in to restore
to free from moral guilt or blemish especially ceremonially
a day on which the faithful are expected to purge themselves of their sins through prayer and fasting
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Recent Examples of purge
Trump has since purged both commissions of critics and appointed loyalists to take their places.
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Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 31 Mar. 2026
And even those veterans could be traded in this rebuilding climate, where the Dolphins are seemingly purging bloated salaries, and traded away players who have value — such as receiver Jaylen Waddle and safety Minkah Fitzpatrick - for draft picks.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2026
The men and women of that department were doing their job and they were purged.
—ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
Trucks needed full tanks of diesel but gas tanks of small generators and mess section field ranges had to be purged with nitrogen.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026
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Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 31 Mar. 2026
And even those veterans could be traded in this rebuilding climate, where the Dolphins are seemingly purging bloated salaries, and traded away players who have value — such as receiver Jaylen Waddle and safety Minkah Fitzpatrick - for draft picks.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2026
The men and women of that department were doing their job and they were purged.
—ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
Trucks needed full tanks of diesel but gas tanks of small generators and mess section field ranges had to be purged with nitrogen.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for purge
Verb
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Each generation is accused of selling out true conservative principles in order to govern; a radical flank fantasizes about restoring the Party to those principles.—
Antonia Hitchens,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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Focusing on a snack that is rich in carbohydrates and proteins will help rebuild and restore muscles.—
Dr. Sarah Kinsella,
Boston Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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Use it after cleansing and prepare to be wowed by how smooth your skin feels.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
1 Apr. 2026
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This nourishing cleansing oil provides deep hydration for youthful, healthy-looking skin.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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This little houseplant is easy for beginners, safe around pets, purifies the air, and is forgiving of neglect.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
5 Apr. 2026
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Last year, Moroccanoil, a brand used by Demi Moore and other celebs, debuted the scalp tonic as part of its Moroccanoil Scalp Care System that also includes a purifying scrub, balancing shampoo, and a conditioner.—
Cathy Nelson,
InStyle,
3 Apr. 2026
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The relationship healed after Howard was hired as Michigan’s basketball coach in 2019.—
Colleen Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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The relationship healed after Howard was hired as Michigan's basketball coach in 2019.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Purge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purge. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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