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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Listen to this article WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump abruptly fired Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden on Thursday as the White House continues to purge the federal government of those perceived to oppose the president and his agenda.
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Seung Min Kim, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025
Just for the record, Patrick Mahomes didn’t get his iconic mohawk sheared off to purge that 40-22 drubbing by the Eagles in Super Bowl LIX.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 23 May 2025
Social media would be purged of content deemed to be antisemitic.
—Katie J.m. Baker, New York Times, 18 May 2025
He's canceled billions in grants to universities and public health departments, purged some leadership and shaken up the norms of the scientific review process.
—Selena Simmons-Duffin, NPR, 13 May 2025
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Seung Min Kim, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025
Just for the record, Patrick Mahomes didn’t get his iconic mohawk sheared off to purge that 40-22 drubbing by the Eagles in Super Bowl LIX.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 23 May 2025
Social media would be purged of content deemed to be antisemitic.
—Katie J.m. Baker, New York Times, 18 May 2025
He's canceled billions in grants to universities and public health departments, purged some leadership and shaken up the norms of the scientific review process.
—Selena Simmons-Duffin, NPR, 13 May 2025
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By contrast, Renault shares slumped as it is not yet known who will succeed De Meo, who has been credited for restoring the success at the French automotive retailer and almost doubling the value of shares in Renault.—
Mark Faithfull,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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President Trump has received pushback from several Democrat lawmakers after deploying 700 U.S. Marines to assist the police and National Guard in restoring the peace in Los Angeles.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2025
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Its filters can cleanse the air of particulate matter 2.5, a toxin shed in vehicle exhaust, industrial activity, and wildfires.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
12 June 2025
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Take three deep, cleansing breaths, and invite your being to be refueled with confidence and light.—
Harriette Cole,
Mercury News,
7 June 2025
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Amethyst, with its calming and purifying properties, is another great crystal for pairing with cannabis.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
5 June 2025
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The inactivated viruses are then purified and mixed into a shot or nasal spray.—
Meg Tirrell,
CNN Money,
1 May 2025
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He is said to have helped heal a Brazilian boy after his mother offered up prayers in Acutis' name.—
Michael Nied,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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The city of Orlando is planning a $12 million remembrance with a reflection pool, visitor pavilion, tribute wall and healing garden at the site of the former LGBTQ club.—
Skyler Swisher,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 June 2025
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“Purge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purge. Accessed 21 Jun. 2025.
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