as in innocence
the quality or state of being morally pure
struggling to live a life of purity while surrounded by wickedness
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Recent Examples of purity
To ensure purity and safety, opt for supplements that have been voluntarily submitted for certification by independent bodies like U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP), ConsumerLab, or NSF International.
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Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 20 June 2025
His timbre, almost unearthly in its purity, could carry over the orchestra and through Jarvis Hall on luster alone.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2025
Domaine Roy & Fils produces organic Pinot Noir, emphasizing the purity of fruit and terroir.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
Meanwhile, nearly 400 kilograms, or 880 pounds, of uranium enriched to 60% purity is still publicly unaccounted for.
—Chantal Da Silva, NBC news, 24 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for purity
Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 20 June 2025
His timbre, almost unearthly in its purity, could carry over the orchestra and through Jarvis Hall on luster alone.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2025
Domaine Roy & Fils produces organic Pinot Noir, emphasizing the purity of fruit and terroir.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
Meanwhile, nearly 400 kilograms, or 880 pounds, of uranium enriched to 60% purity is still publicly unaccounted for.
—Chantal Da Silva, NBC news, 24 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for purity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for purity
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In response to the findings, Wallace issued a statement expressing regret while maintaining his innocence on the most serious allegations.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 July 2025
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After maintaining his innocence for more than two years, on July 2, Kohberger admitted to the quadruple killings in court and pleaded guilty to all counts.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 July 2025
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As if that weren’t indulgent enough, it’s finished with crispy golden fries tucked right into the bun, soaking up every drop of cheesy goodness.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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The paltry fat content in Happy Viking doesn’t exactly fill you up with rib-sticking goodness, but the fiber content and the commendable amount of protein mostly makes up for it for the first few hours.—
Pete Cottell,
Wired News,
17 July 2025
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Take Advantage Of Increased Catch-up Provisions Starting 2025, individuals age 60 to 63 who participate in 401(k), 403(b), and governmental 457(b) plans are eligible to contribute a super catch-up contribution, by virtue of the SECURE 2.0 Act.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Does a great man embody the virtue of being devoid of empathy?—
Rafael Perez,
Oc Register,
21 July 2025
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“Purity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purity. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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