purify
verb (used with object)
to make pure; free from anything that debases, pollutes, adulterates, or contaminates.
have purified
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present perfectof purify.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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‘Fortunately, this place is sacred to me. By clearing away those ghosts, you have purified it and given me a moment of clarity. I will be able to speak with you - if only briefly.’
From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan
I have recalled her to life; and, wonderful to relate, I have purified and spiritualized her whole nature by the sanctifying influence of my presence.”
From In Both Worlds by Holcombe, William Henry
Will you, then, tell New England, and especially little Rhoda, We have purified our skirts from the blood: forgive us, and take us again to your love?
From Slavery Ordained of God by Ross, F. A. (Frederick Augustus)
One more introductory remark—'Ye have purified your souls'—a bold statement to make about the vast multitude of the 'dispersed' throughout all the provinces of Asia Minor whom the Apostle was addressing.
From Expositions of Holy Scripture Ephesians; Epistles of St. Peter and St. John by Maclaren, Alexander
You have purified my views, and influenced my course of life.
From The Progressionists, and Angela. by Bolanden, Conrad von
