purification
noun
pu·ri·fi·ca·tion
ˌpyu̇r-ə-fə-ˈkā-shən 
Examples of purification in a Sentence
some people must undergo a ritual purification after certain activities
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Guests may choose a water treatment in a pool that evokes the area’s limestone cenotes (underground wells) or try a purification by a local healer in a temazcal (a traditional heated lodge), among many other journeys for mind and body well-being.
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2025
Moreover, the purification and refining process works with many types of biowaste, notably food, sewage sludge, algal bloom, swine manure, and agricultural residue.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2025
For example, cloves are known for their abundance and mood-boosting properties; rosemary is known for clearing and purification; cinnamon is known for prosperity and protection; apples are known for healing; and pumpkin is known for protection and stability.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2025
San Diego may shift the second phase of the city’s Pure Water sewage recycling system to a more efficient purification method that could save billions of dollars, preventing steep jumps in local sewer and water bills.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Oct. 2025
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2025
Moreover, the purification and refining process works with many types of biowaste, notably food, sewage sludge, algal bloom, swine manure, and agricultural residue.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2025
For example, cloves are known for their abundance and mood-boosting properties; rosemary is known for clearing and purification; cinnamon is known for prosperity and protection; apples are known for healing; and pumpkin is known for protection and stability.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2025
San Diego may shift the second phase of the city’s Pure Water sewage recycling system to a more efficient purification method that could save billions of dollars, preventing steep jumps in local sewer and water bills.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for purification
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“Purification.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/purification. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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