1
as in confessed
to accept the truth or existence of (something) usually reluctantly
the host of the talk show eventually admitted that she hadn't actually read the book you can't bring yourself to admit your mistakes
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as in received
to offer entrance (as to a place, school, or privilege) to
she was admitted to Harvard
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as in owned (up)
to make an acknowledgment of something unpleasant as true or valid
I admit to some suspicions about the new neighbors
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Recent Examples of admitted
Juan Carlos Thola Duran, 59, admitted Monday to leading a scheme that enabled organized theft crews with a majority traveling from South America to help carry out burglaries, retail thefts and fraud in Southern California and across multiple states, according to federal prosecutors.
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Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
When asked specifically about his transition from the governor’s office to the NCAA, Baker admitted that he was referred to the NCAA’s search committee by Kennedy in the final days of his final term in office in 2022.
—Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
Meyer acknowledged the logic behind preparing Nick Bosa for the NFL Draft but admitted the choice still stung as the Buckeyes chased a title.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Getting everyone on the same page wasn’t easy, Herman admitted.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 22 Apr. 2026
The usually cagy Snead admitted Tuesday to enjoying, as the father of two Trojans, watching Lemon play, and admitted receiver could be a best-of-both-timelines pick in the first round.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 22 Apr. 2026
Any exhibits admitted during the trial will not be released to the public until the conclusion of proceedings.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Apr. 2026
His co-defendant Cristian Montecino-Sanzana pleaded guilty to two counts related to one of the three thefts that Bustamante Leiva admitted — an April 12 purse-snatching at a Nando's restaurant.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2026
He was set to go on trial in September, but on April 8, Heuermann appeared in court and admitted his guilt in all seven killings between 1993 and 2010.
—ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
When asked specifically about his transition from the governor’s office to the NCAA, Baker admitted that he was referred to the NCAA’s search committee by Kennedy in the final days of his final term in office in 2022.
—Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
Meyer acknowledged the logic behind preparing Nick Bosa for the NFL Draft but admitted the choice still stung as the Buckeyes chased a title.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Getting everyone on the same page wasn’t easy, Herman admitted.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 22 Apr. 2026
The usually cagy Snead admitted Tuesday to enjoying, as the father of two Trojans, watching Lemon play, and admitted receiver could be a best-of-both-timelines pick in the first round.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 22 Apr. 2026
Any exhibits admitted during the trial will not be released to the public until the conclusion of proceedings.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Apr. 2026
His co-defendant Cristian Montecino-Sanzana pleaded guilty to two counts related to one of the three thefts that Bustamante Leiva admitted — an April 12 purse-snatching at a Nando's restaurant.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2026
He was set to go on trial in September, but on April 8, Heuermann appeared in court and admitted his guilt in all seven killings between 1993 and 2010.
—ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for admitted
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On the night he was arrested, Martinez confessed to shaking Heather and banging her head against a crib, but later recanted that confession.—
Shelly Bradbury,
Denver Post,
21 Apr. 2026
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Audiences were first introduced to Fletcher on season 20 of The Bachelor when Ben Higgins confessed his love for her but ultimately chose Lauren Bushnell over Fletcher.—
Sophie Dodd,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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Minutes later, dispatchers received another call saying that the suspect was a relative of the caller and that about nine people lived inside the home.—
Minyvonne Burke,
NBC news,
20 Apr. 2026
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While the crowd left with free T-shirts, the Spurs received more extravagant clothing from Kelly Olynyk, who celebrated his 35th birthday Sunday by handing out gifts.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 Apr. 2026
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Those North Hollywood residents appreciated the city's commitment toward ramping up resources in the fight against crime, but acknowledged that the community plays a part in keeping each other's homes safe.—
Austin Turner,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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In 1988’s Moonwalk, co-edited by his friend Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Jackson acknowledged his distaste for revealing every detail about his life.—
Steve Knopper,
Rolling Stone,
22 Apr. 2026
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The Kraken have a -31 scoring differential, with 224 total goals scored and 255 conceded.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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For an Orlando defense that has already conceded 23 goals in MLS play, integrating inexperienced players against a confident Naples attack requires immediate defensive discipline.—
Kyle Foley,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 Apr. 2026
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However, the facility agreed in 2025 to surrender its state license to sell dogs as part of a legal settlement tied to an animal cruelty investigation, Dane County officials said in March.—
Brady Halbleib,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Everyone agreed that the post was, at best, deliberately misleading.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Admitted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admitted. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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