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the basic beliefs or guiding principles of a person or group Jefferson's collected writings constitute his political testament

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Recent Examples of testament The results are a testament to the new generation of telescopes’ power. Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 21 May 2025 The lack of Instagram stars remaining in the playoffs is, more than anything, a testament to the youth of the teams that won out in the early rounds. Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 21 May 2025 The fact that more high-profile incidents haven’t occurred is a testament to the commitment and resourcefulness of air traffic controllers and pilots, experts said. Melanie Hicken, CNN Money, 21 May 2025 Its weightless wear is a testament to the fact that it’s made from over 40% water, delivering light-to-medium coverage that wears like a moisturizer. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 12 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for testament
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Noun
  • There is no evidence that that is happening in significant numbers, according to the Migration Policy Institute.
    Deborah Barfield Berry, USA Today, 22 May 2025
  • By the time the public began to learn of the newfound evidence, IndyCar had issued new penalties.
    Jeff Gluck, New York Times, 21 May 2025
Noun
  • Educational curricula must integrate philosophy, sociology, environmental studies, and the arts as foundational pillars, encouraging learners across generations and cultures to question, connect, feel, and comprehend the intricate tapestry of human and natural systems.
    Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
  • City say that Dingley’s role will be to ‘establish a clear pathway for youth players into the senior team while implementing our philosophy and methodology across individual athletes and teams’.
    Megan Feringa, New York Times, 19 May 2025
Noun
  • In Seminole County, a hotbed of bear encounters several years ago, has seen a dramatic decrease in conflicts with bears since implementing such non-lethal measures as the use of bear proof trash cans.
    Grant Gelhardt, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 May 2025
  • Be prepared to give identification and proof of property ownership to deputies.
    Forum News Service, Twin Cities, 16 May 2025
Noun
  • But a groundswell of protest art was answering the call with a new kind of ardent feeling that damned the false piety and hypocrisy of homophobic Christian doctrine.
    Marc Weingarten, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2025
  • Shoigu, who was replaced as defense minister in 2024 after holding the position for 12 years, cited amendments made to Russia's nuclear doctrine in November.
    Isabel van Brugen, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 May 2025
Noun
  • Ars Video Whether the Take It Down Act can survive a potential constitutional challenge or not, the 48-hour timeline may be deficient for other reasons, though, victim testimony suggests.
    Ashley Belanger – May 19, ArsTechnica, 19 May 2025
  • Their testimony is likely to highlight both the practical and political pressures confronting ICE personnel in the field.
    Heather Hunter, The Washington Examiner, 19 May 2025
Noun
  • Your editorial and the Democrats are completely blind as to the facts by your radical liberal ideology.
    Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 17 May 2025
  • Instead, Klepper found college-age kids who are less deeply rooted in conservative ideology than drawn to the excitement surrounding Trump.
    Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 15 May 2025
Noun
  • Start with simple documentation that covers: How often the family or team meets Who reviews or approves decisions What the escalation path looks like when things get stuck This kind of alignment often takes the form of a short family charter.
    Francois Botha, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
  • It is intended to streamline the removal of individuals who are deemed inadmissible under specific grounds, primarily for lacking proper documentation or for using fraudulent means to enter the country.
    Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 May 2025
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  • Integrate Social Proof Social proof, such as testimonials, customer reviews, or media mentions, can help build trust with potential customers.
    AllBusiness, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
  • On TikTok, viral testimonials about salmon DNA facials rack up hundreds of thousands of likes.
    Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2025

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“Testament.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/testament. Accessed 31 May. 2025.

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