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as in plain
free from added matter
There is a big difference between pure maple syrup and pancake syrup made with other ingredients. the solution must be kept pure for the experiment to work
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as in immaculate
free from any trace of the coarse or indecent
the humor in the movie is as pure and wholesome as any parent could wish
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as in innocent
free from sin
in one beatitude those who are pure in heart are promised the sight of God
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as in sheer
having no exceptions or restrictions
that story is pure nonsense
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Recent Examples of pure
The two-page memo delivers some bad news for the umbrage machine that churns out grievances that other, less pure conservatives may have missed.
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Debra J. Saunders, Oc Register, 10 July 2025
As the morning rush subsides, operational focus shifts from pure efficiency to strategic engagement.
—Elie Y. Katz, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
Opuntia cactus fruits, also known as prickly pears, are one of those things best enjoyed in their purest form, according to Johnny Ortiz‑Concha of / Shed in Taos, New Mexico.
—Johnny Ortiz-Concha, Saveur, 10 July 2025
And then there’s the mirrored cloakroom: a bathroom covered in mirrors, with two facing toilets, disco balls, and a vibe that’s pure Studio 54.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 July 2025
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Debra J. Saunders, Oc Register, 10 July 2025
As the morning rush subsides, operational focus shifts from pure efficiency to strategic engagement.
—Elie Y. Katz, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
Opuntia cactus fruits, also known as prickly pears, are one of those things best enjoyed in their purest form, according to Johnny Ortiz‑Concha of / Shed in Taos, New Mexico.
—Johnny Ortiz-Concha, Saveur, 10 July 2025
And then there’s the mirrored cloakroom: a bathroom covered in mirrors, with two facing toilets, disco balls, and a vibe that’s pure Studio 54.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pure
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There are over 20 flavors (watermelon’s a winner) to beat plain water for energy.—
Parker Hall,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
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Avocado and Lime For a creamier dressing, an avocado-lime blend can turn a plain salad into a savory and filling meal.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
10 July 2025
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Audemars Piguet’s manufacture calibre 4404 offers a strong 70-hour power reserve, while its 433 parts power an accurate flyback chronograph with an immaculate heritage.—
Thor Svaboe,
Robb Report,
14 July 2025
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Sometime in the future when and if double-digit wins and Chicago Cubs is a category in immaculate grid, Matthew Boyd will qualify.—
Larry Fleisher,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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That includes sparklers, which may look more innocent but can get up to 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
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So far, the city's liability insurance carriers have agreed to pay nearly $27 million to settle four civil rights lawsuits alleging detectives — including some identified by multiple former officers as Wolverines — framed innocent people.—
Kristine Phillips,
IndyStar,
4 July 2025
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The sheer variety of equipment, the pace of change and rising customer demands call for something better: a knowledge capture process that’s baked into the daily workflow.—
Thomas Cottereau,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Some may prove useful in the long run and others illusory, but for now they are statistically swamped by the sheer amount of renewable power coming online.—
Bill McKibben,
New Yorker,
9 July 2025
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The Buenos Aires duo combines trap, hip-hop, electronica, and a healthy dose of pure unadulterated chaos.—
Mars Salazar,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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The era of unadulterated chef worship was toxic and exhausting and erased the contributions of countless workers.—
Caroline Hatchett,
Robb Report,
19 June 2025
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There she was scolded by the nutritionally chaste household for drinking coffee and wearing leather gloves.—
James Marcus,
New Yorker,
2 June 2025
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In Zone 6, chaste tree may die back to the ground in winter but resprouts in the following growing season.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
10 June 2025
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More white people claim the credit than Black people certainly.—
Tax Notes Staff,
Forbes,
14 Feb. 2023
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The only racial group that saw a decrease in suicide rates across age cohorts was non-Hispanic white people.—
Ellen Barry,
BostonGlobe.com,
11 Feb. 2023
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The report comes a day after the European Council called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, unconditional release of all hostages, and a permanent end to all hostilities.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 June 2025
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Chara appeared in court in London on June 18, and was granted unconditional bail until his next hearing on Aug. 20, meaning that the group could still play at Glastonbury.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
28 June 2025
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“Pure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pure. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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