as in rebirths
the act or fact of freeing from sin or moral guilt
some people must undergo a ritual purification after certain activities
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Noun
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Buddhists believe that previous interventions, such as prayers, rituals and meditative practice, could still be beneficial in providing better rebirths or positive karmic effects.—
Jue Liang,
The Conversation,
12 Mar. 2026 -
Finding yourself after a heartbreak is one of the most beautiful transformations and rebirths there is in life.—
Tomás Mier,
Rolling Stone,
21 Aug. 2025
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Curley’s project focused primarily on bunker renovation and realignment, tee expansion and leveling, green size restorations, and green surround enhancements.—
Scott Kramer,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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The district announced in fall 2025 a series of upgrades, renovations, and restorations to athletic fields and swimming pools, including the creation of an 18-acre athletic complex at the former Cooley High School campus.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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Bilt Point redemptions include airlines, hotels, future rent and mortgage payments, Lyft rides, statement credits, student loan balances, a down payment on a home, and more.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
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The addition of Hale Hōkūala gives Hilton members a boutique tier option for earning and redemptions.—
Scott Laird,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2026
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“Purifications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purifications. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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