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as in integrity
devotion to telling the truth
her innate veracity is beyond question
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as in accuracy
the quality or state of being very accurate
I challenge the veracity of many of the quotations in his memoirs, for he recreates conversations that occurred decades ago
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Recent Examples of veracity
The Shirilla family still argues that Christine’s account didn’t have veracity, but their appeal for a new trial was denied in 2024.
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Jake King-Schreifels, Time, 15 May 2026
The Pentagon has convened a task force, the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office, to examine the veracity of these UAP encounters that stretch back decades.
—Adam Carlson, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
And even if credible veracity comes and goes, Lindsay-Abaire mines them for plenty of laughs.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 22 Apr. 2026
And even if credible veracity comes and goes, Lindsay-Abaire mines them for plenty of laughs, including a couple of total howlers.
—Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 22 Apr. 2026
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Jake King-Schreifels, Time, 15 May 2026
The Pentagon has convened a task force, the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office, to examine the veracity of these UAP encounters that stretch back decades.
—Adam Carlson, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
And even if credible veracity comes and goes, Lindsay-Abaire mines them for plenty of laughs.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 22 Apr. 2026
And even if credible veracity comes and goes, Lindsay-Abaire mines them for plenty of laughs, including a couple of total howlers.
—Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 22 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for veracity
Noun
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What is too often missing is the reminder that integrity isn’t new either.—
David Mica,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 June 2026
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To protect the integrity of the investigative process, the center does not comment on specific investigations, spokesperson Allyson Neville said.—
Ryan Oehrli,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
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The first few days (and weeks) of training camp should serve as a proving ground for Murray to demonstrate his understanding of the system and for McCarthy to showcase his improved accuracy.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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Stock Chart IconStock chart icon SpaceX, 1 day The accuracy of the perp pricing for such a high-profile event keeps pressure on traditional exchanges who have to keep up with the rapid evolution of investment products and asset classes like event contracts and perpetual futures.—
Oliver Renick,
CNBC,
15 June 2026
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But others appreciated and praised her honesty.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2026
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June 21 – July 22 Cancer, your values ask for brave honesty.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2026
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Apply directly from the stick for broader coverage, or use a concealer brush to spot-treat blemishes and dark spots with precision.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
13 June 2026
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Directional precision is equally sharp, with a maximum error below 18 degrees and a mean of around 8 degrees, similar to the gap between two consecutive numbers on a clock face.—
Omar Kardoudi
June 13,
New Atlas,
13 June 2026
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There is an emphatic truthfulness to the story and the performances that anchor it, which is both refreshing and innovative.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Mar. 2026
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Some people thought the character was too much, but Danica managed to make her just that without losing the truthfulness, and the ending wouldn’t have worked without that.—
Annika Pham,
Variety,
21 Jan. 2026
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Pino's defense team aggressively questioned the reliability of the navigation data.—
Ana Maria Soler,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
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Taxpayers supporting these major upgrades should be able to see how infrastructure works in real time and how those investments are improving reliability and resilience.—
Gregg Herrin,
Fortune,
13 June 2026
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There was such calm, quiet sincerity on his part.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2026
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Darry Sragow, a veteran Democratic strategist who advised Checchi, said Steyer’s focus on such causes had the potential to be meaningful to voters who are often skeptical about the sincerity and motives of rich candidates.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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“Veracity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/veracity. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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