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as in to refute
to prove to be false
a Web site that assiduously debunks urban legends
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as in to expose
to reveal the true nature of
the investigative reporter easily debunked the charlatan's claims of clairvoyance
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Recent Examples of debunk
Current trends debunk instant chemistry and familiarity with a potential mate, branding it as the obvious wrong choice.
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Sage Jessica Murphy, Los Angeles Times, 29 Nov. 2024
Kennedy himself has falsely claimed that vaccines cause autism, which has been debunked by numerous studies.
—Cheyenne Haslett, ABC News, 27 Nov. 2024
Despite decades of research debunking common misconceptions about vaccines, toxic elements, and autism, harmful misunderstandings persist.
—Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 27 Nov. 2024
Amid rumors that Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were paid different salaries for their work co-starring in Wicked, the reports have been debunked by the film’s production company, Universal Pictures.
—Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 26 Nov. 2024
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Sage Jessica Murphy, Los Angeles Times, 29 Nov. 2024
Kennedy himself has falsely claimed that vaccines cause autism, which has been debunked by numerous studies.
—Cheyenne Haslett, ABC News, 27 Nov. 2024
Despite decades of research debunking common misconceptions about vaccines, toxic elements, and autism, harmful misunderstandings persist.
—Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 27 Nov. 2024
Amid rumors that Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were paid different salaries for their work co-starring in Wicked, the reports have been debunked by the film’s production company, Universal Pictures.
—Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 26 Nov. 2024
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Politics Trump’s Cabinet picks will test Senate independence Nov. 14, 2024 Kennedy spread the myths — refuted by science — that vaccines commonly injure children and cause autism.James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2024
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Some suspect that Nurmagomedov’s manager, Ali Abdelaziz, runs his social media account, but a short video featuring Nurmagomedov was posted to refute those suspicions.Brian Mazique, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024
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When excavating a massive pit, mining operations often hit groundwater, potentially exposing the area's water table (and local drinking water) to contamination.Kate S. Petersen, USA TODAY, 1 Dec. 2024
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Steve Wozniak, co-founder of Apple, was exposed to technology in a unique way.Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
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Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.Zach Bradshaw, The Arizona Republic, 30 Nov. 2024
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People Are Revisiting 1930s Classic ‘Wizard Of Oz’ To Mixed Reactions By Melissa Fleur Afshar Life and Trends Reporter 0 The Wizard of Oz is receiving a new wave of attention, and people revisiting the 1939 film are uncovering unsettling allegations about its production.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Debunk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/debunk. Accessed 13 Dec. 2024.
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