as in testimonies
something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim
the ruins are a compelling witness of the ancient civilization's cultural and aesthetic achievements
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as in attests
to declare (something) to be true or genuine
a notary public witnessing wills and other important documents
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as in notices
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
witnessed the crime
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as in experiences
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
war changes anyone who has ever witnessed it first hand
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Recent Examples of witnesses
Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
While no witnesses were directly connected to the stabbing, the committee focused on several of the most prominent points of debate related to the case.
—Mary Ramsey
updated September 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2025
Investigators are collecting evidence and searching for witnesses.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 24 Sep. 2025
The government questioned 38 witnesses over seven days, while Routh called just three witnesses in three hours, a firearms expert and two character witnesses.
—Ella Lee, The Hill, 23 Sep. 2025
After speaking with Hoover and witnesses, police and deputies obtained and executed search warrants on Hoover’s bedroom, his vehicle and his electronic devices.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Trump did not appear as one of his witnesses, nor did many others.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2025
According to deputies, witnesses reported seeing a Chevrolet HHR — Castillo’s wife’s car — following Castillo, then two men getting out and one attacking him, the station reported.
—Mitchell Willetts, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Sep. 2025
The presiding judge said the evidence was insufficient for a conviction, that the court heard from unreliable witnesses and that some had been influenced by media reports on the defendant.
—Peter Wilkinson, CNN Money, 17 Sep. 2025
Leia Mendoza, Variety, 24 Sep. 2025
Ray’s other daughter Naomi (James), still haunted by a past climbing accident, witnesses the attack and escapes.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 24 Sep. 2025
Set after the Norman invasion of England, Rob (Patten) witnesses the execution of his father, a Saxon forester, which incites him to rebel.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Sep. 2025
Laura escapes her grasp and submerges Cherry, which Daniel witnesses.
—Erin Jensen, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Agnes the Invisigirl witnesses this attack.
—Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2025
For example, a person who witnesses a store robbery or a suicide attempt they cannot be charged for failing to do anything.
—Tresa Baldas, Freep.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Noun
Hall allegedly punched the back door to enter his in-laws' home, where his estranged wife was staying with their children, WPXI and the Observer-Reporter reported, citing accounts from witnesses and authorities.
—Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
While no witnesses were directly connected to the stabbing, the committee focused on several of the most prominent points of debate related to the case.
—Mary Ramsey
updated September 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2025
Investigators are collecting evidence and searching for witnesses.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 24 Sep. 2025
The government questioned 38 witnesses over seven days, while Routh called just three witnesses in three hours, a firearms expert and two character witnesses.
—Ella Lee, The Hill, 23 Sep. 2025
After speaking with Hoover and witnesses, police and deputies obtained and executed search warrants on Hoover’s bedroom, his vehicle and his electronic devices.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Trump did not appear as one of his witnesses, nor did many others.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2025
According to deputies, witnesses reported seeing a Chevrolet HHR — Castillo’s wife’s car — following Castillo, then two men getting out and one attacking him, the station reported.
—Mitchell Willetts, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Sep. 2025
The presiding judge said the evidence was insufficient for a conviction, that the court heard from unreliable witnesses and that some had been influenced by media reports on the defendant.
—Peter Wilkinson, CNN Money, 17 Sep. 2025
Verb
Ray’s daughter Naomi (James), still haunted by a past climbing accident, witnesses the attack and escapes.
—Leia Mendoza, Variety, 24 Sep. 2025
Ray’s other daughter Naomi (James), still haunted by a past climbing accident, witnesses the attack and escapes.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 24 Sep. 2025
Set after the Norman invasion of England, Rob (Patten) witnesses the execution of his father, a Saxon forester, which incites him to rebel.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Sep. 2025
Laura escapes her grasp and submerges Cherry, which Daniel witnesses.
—Erin Jensen, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Agnes the Invisigirl witnesses this attack.
—Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2025
For example, a person who witnesses a store robbery or a suicide attempt they cannot be charged for failing to do anything.
—Tresa Baldas, Freep.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for witnesses
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Bastaens’ friends, who were not present at the inquest, also gave eyewitness testimonies, which were read out by Gardai (Irish police) Inspector Ronan McMahon.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
29 Sep. 2025
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The dueling testimonies came after several psychologists evaluated Grafe.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
26 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Producers who ship nursery stock out of regulated areas to non-regulated areas must have their stock inspected, and each load must be accompanied by a certificate that attests to the fact that their product is free from the box tree moth.—
Chad Murphy,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
2 Oct. 2025
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As the pocked bark attests, the lawn with its trees and shrubs has certain draws for birds, at least during the day.—
Karl Schneider,
IndyStar,
22 Sep. 2025
Verb
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At the end of their version of Cinderella, the tragic stepsisters cut off the backs of their heels to try to fit into the glass slipper; the prince only notices the deception when their stockings fill with blood.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
3 Oct. 2025
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The paper notices warning of upcoming cleanups have a phone number for people to call when belongings are taken, and the city is supposed to hold onto that property for at least 90 days before it is thrown away.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Kash Patel testifies before the Senate Judiciary Committee in the Hart Senate Office Building on Capitol Hill on September 16, 2025 in Washington, DC.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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Just as a lighthouse’s beam testifies to the presence of otherwise-invisible cliffs on a dark night, the stars that move around these dark celestial bodies would reveal their existence.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
9 Sep. 2025
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Part of this is taking each individual menopause side effect a woman experiences into consideration and treating them one by one.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
2 Oct. 2025
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The photographer experiences a similar sense of comfort when entering Chinatowns for the first time — even in cities he’s never visited before.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
1 Oct. 2025
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Plus, the steel construction guarantees to serve as a safeguard against sparks.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
6 Oct. 2025
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Community coming together Township Supervisor Scott Bennett said if anyone wants to financially help the victims of the shooting, the Victim Compassion Fund set up through the EGLA credit union guarantees that 100% of the funding will go to victims.—
Kristen Jordan Shamus,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Pozzo also eyes a reprise of collaborations, which over the years have seen Wolford partnering with brands such as Thierry Mugler, Jean Paul Gaultier, Karl Lagerfeld, Vivienne Westwood, Missoni, Valentino, Giorgio Armani, Adidas, GCDS and Sergio Rossi, to cite a few.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
18 Sep. 2025
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As the hotel eyes its next half century, Skaletsky sees an even bolder approach to hospitality.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Each case undergoes thorough discovery and courtroom preparation.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
6 Oct. 2025
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Compared to green tea, white tea undergoes minimal processing, so higher levels of catechins and polyphenols are preserved.—
Caitlin Pagán,
Verywell Health,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Witnesses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/witnesses. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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