1
as in refutes
to prove to be false
a Web site that assiduously debunks urban legends
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as in exposes
to reveal the true nature of
the investigative reporter easily debunked the charlatan's claims of clairvoyance
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Recent Examples of debunks
Grok itself debunks the statement regarding Kirk; Musk’s AI tool cannot find evidence of Steele melting down over people mourning the assassination.
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Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 2 Oct. 2025
Combining rigorous research and captivating narration, Kateryna Zarembo debunks common myths about the region, such as its long-standing gravitation towards Russia and its rejection of everything Ukrainian.
—Nelly Klos
september 29, Literary Hub, 29 Sep. 2025
Below, McGrath opens up about her biggest beauty tip, debunks makeup myths, and more.
—Essence, 10 Sep. 2025
Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 2 Oct. 2025
Combining rigorous research and captivating narration, Kateryna Zarembo debunks common myths about the region, such as its long-standing gravitation towards Russia and its rejection of everything Ukrainian.
—Nelly Klos
september 29, Literary Hub, 29 Sep. 2025
Below, McGrath opens up about her biggest beauty tip, debunks makeup myths, and more.
—Essence, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for debunks
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Ex-contractor likens Gaza aid effort to 'The Hunger Games,' former employer refutes claims One meal a day.—
Gram Slattery,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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However, in a blog on the topic, the NPS refutes the idea that one park is more deadly than any other.—
Owen Clarke,
Outside,
9 Sep. 2025
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Spotrac compiled the latest cap hits for the team regarding quarterbacks, which exposes the Browns' terrible luck at the position.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
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The whole atmosphere, the borderline evil USGA pin locations — tournament golf exposes your weaknesses and projects them for everyone to see.—
Gabby Herzig,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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But the hunt for the killer soon uncovers a plot far more sinister than anyone could have imagined, kicking off a race against time to save a city of millions.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
10 Oct. 2025
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The campaign uncovers real attitudes and misconceptions by using custom messaging architecture and consumer testing, addressing everything from range confidence and cost concerns, to confusion around charging, incentives and total cost of ownership (TCO).—
Stacy Noblet,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Debunks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/debunks. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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