as in declarations
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 affirmations
Related Articles Along with the apparel drop, Mayfair U will launch a free digital resource hub with affirmations, mental health tools, peer mentorship and community-building spaces for students and athletes alike, per the brand.
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2025
Pep talks, affirmations or an arm around your shoulder are good medicine to co-exist with your under-estimator’s oppression.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Spiritual practices, such as affirmations and manifestations, are commonly incorporated into wellness influencer’s approach to achieving a cleaner and healthier lifestyle.
—Taylor Crumpton, Time, 2 Sep. 2025
Local activists and leaders have criticized the move and see the removals as an effort to marginalize communities and erase visible affirmations of Black history and pride.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
In astrology, manifesting is all about making your visions a reality through affirmations or by setting intentions.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Through tales of growing up within an immigrant family, significant impact on bringing the WWE mainstream, hilarious observations on tour fashion, and affirmations of perseverance and embracing the unknown, each song became much more than a song but a living snapshot of her survival.
—Jessi Roti, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2025
Personally designed by Leonard, the court’s vibrant colors and bold affirmations reflect his own journey from the blacktops of Moreno Valley, California.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 4 Aug. 2025
Writing down positive affirmations helps, too.
—Matias Grez, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2025
Pep talks, affirmations or an arm around your shoulder are good medicine to co-exist with your under-estimator’s oppression.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Spiritual practices, such as affirmations and manifestations, are commonly incorporated into wellness influencer’s approach to achieving a cleaner and healthier lifestyle.
—Taylor Crumpton, Time, 2 Sep. 2025
Local activists and leaders have criticized the move and see the removals as an effort to marginalize communities and erase visible affirmations of Black history and pride.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
In astrology, manifesting is all about making your visions a reality through affirmations or by setting intentions.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Through tales of growing up within an immigrant family, significant impact on bringing the WWE mainstream, hilarious observations on tour fashion, and affirmations of perseverance and embracing the unknown, each song became much more than a song but a living snapshot of her survival.
—Jessi Roti, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2025
Personally designed by Leonard, the court’s vibrant colors and bold affirmations reflect his own journey from the blacktops of Moreno Valley, California.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 4 Aug. 2025
Writing down positive affirmations helps, too.
—Matias Grez, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for affirmations
Noun
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State and local officials can issue emergency declarations to immediately mobilize local resources and implement emergency plans.—
Anna Kleiber,
jsonline.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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According to several declarations, many of the minors who immigration attorneys and advocates believe are being targeted for removal have pending immigration proceedings.—
Laura Romero,
ABC News,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Clem, though, waves off Sandlin’s assertions.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Sep. 2025
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Israeli officials acknowledge there is hunger in parts of Gaza but reject assertions of famine or starvation.—
Nidal al-Mughrabi,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Affirmations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affirmations. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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