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But Naomi’s death has only intensified scrutiny, to the point where the family is dispelling rumors that there is a dispute over the estate.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 30, 2022

“One of the things I’m interested in is dispelling the myth of spontaneous creation,” Castro said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 27, 2022

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is dispelling the notion that he is a running back masquerading as a quarterback.

From Washington Post • Sep. 20, 2019

Crucial to its strategy is dispelling worries that economics will trump the environment, or the broader public good.

From New York Times • Apr. 3, 2010

In the yard, destruction vowing, Barks the worst dog in creation-- Barks the worst dog in creation-- Barks Francesco, loudly yelling; And my lovely dream's enchantment He thus rudely is dispelling.

From The Trumpeter of Säkkingen A Song from the Upper Rhine. by Scheffel, Joseph Victor von