impurity
noun
the quality or state of being impure.
impurities
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pluralof impurity.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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"Our research not only advances the theoretical understanding of quantum impurities but is also directly relevant for ongoing experiments with ultracold atomic gases, two-dimensional materials, and novel semiconductors," adds the Heidelberg physicist.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 9, 2026
As the surrounding environment adjusts, these impurities still undergo slight movements.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 9, 2026
The manufacturing process can also introduce impurities — like bacteria or heavy metals — into peptide drugs.
From Salon ● Apr. 4, 2026
Novo Nordisk referenced the FDA's concerns in its lawsuit announcement on Monday, saying Hims & Hers' compounded drugs "may contain dangerous impurities or incorrect amounts of active ingredients, which can result in life-threatening immune responses".
From BBC ● Feb. 10, 2026
At the Cavendish, gold resisted the disintegration effect, except for a modest result the scientists traced to contamination of the heavier targets by light impurities such as boron.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
