as in declaration
a solemn and often public declaration of the truth or existence of something
a sworn affirmation that he had never acted as a spy for the enemy
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Recent Examples of affirmation
Hopefully people will make the connection of the importance of dreaming and planning and affirmations but also the importance of letting things go, like forgiving people.
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Stuart Miller,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
The ordinance also includes a formal affirmation saying the city is committed to constitutional rights.
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Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
3 June 2026
Using acting exercises with affirmations is what has helped Hendricks touch so many young artists over the years.
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Monique John,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
Now, with no one standing in his way as well as the affirmation of a new regime, Robinson believes his time has come.
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Miami Herald,
28 May 2026
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Stuart Miller,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
The ordinance also includes a formal affirmation saying the city is committed to constitutional rights.
—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
3 June 2026
Using acting exercises with affirmations is what has helped Hendricks touch so many young artists over the years.
—
Monique John,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
Now, with no one standing in his way as well as the affirmation of a new regime, Robinson believes his time has come.
—
Miami Herald,
28 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for affirmation
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In May, drinks giants Carlsberg and Diageo were among 40 organizations that signed a declaration of intent to scale regenerative agriculture across their supply chains, through a program developed by the Sustainable Agriculture Initiative platform.
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Brinkema, who had initially blocked the plan three weeks ago, indicated that such declarations could lead to dismissal of the lawsuit challenging the fund.
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That pushed back on foreign assertions that China lacks the ability to exert its authority over the waters, the account said in a post.
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Ensure that any assertions aren’t overstating the case.
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The Star tried a standard latte with honey ($6) and later upon the insistence of a nearby customer, the Beetdown (beets, mandarin, fresh mint, lemon peels, espresso and milk; $8).
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Mary The Widow, directed by Ryan Noufer, follows an aging widow who, at her daughter’s insistence, attends a speed-dating event — where, among a string of dud dates, one gentle stranger lingers in her mind.
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“Affirmation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affirmation. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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