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as in insisted
to state as a fact usually forcefully
unwilling to affirm without further study that the painting is an original Rembrandt
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as in declared
to state clearly and strongly
our business partner affirmed his trust in us, and we in turn promised not to let him down
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Recent Examples of affirmed
The court affirmed a decision made in March by an appeals court, which noted Shirilla's lawyers missed the deadline to file a post-conviction appeal by a single day.
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Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 24 June 2026
The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed the dismissal of a defamation lawsuit under the Uniform Public Expression Protection Act (UPEPA).
—Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
Computer simulations further affirmed the observations.
—Sam MacDonald, Scientific American, 19 June 2026
But the justices affirmed the 5th Circuit’s decision.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026
The Biden administration affirmed this rule with an executive order in 2021.
—Lizzy Lawrence, STAT, 15 June 2026
Management affirmed a low double-digit EPS CAGR through 2027, with mid-single-digit EPS growth expected in the coming year.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 15 June 2026
Iran also affirmed on Sunday evening that the memorandum of agreement was finalized with the US, adding that it is expected to be signed on Friday in Switzerland.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
During my tenure, S&P Global Ratings repeatedly affirmed Hoboken’s AA+ credit rating, citing the city’s resilience investments and its approach to long-term environmental risk.
—Ravi S. Bhalla, Fortune, 13 June 2026
Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 24 June 2026
The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed the dismissal of a defamation lawsuit under the Uniform Public Expression Protection Act (UPEPA).
—Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
Computer simulations further affirmed the observations.
—Sam MacDonald, Scientific American, 19 June 2026
But the justices affirmed the 5th Circuit’s decision.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026
The Biden administration affirmed this rule with an executive order in 2021.
—Lizzy Lawrence, STAT, 15 June 2026
Management affirmed a low double-digit EPS CAGR through 2027, with mid-single-digit EPS growth expected in the coming year.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 15 June 2026
Iran also affirmed on Sunday evening that the memorandum of agreement was finalized with the US, adding that it is expected to be signed on Friday in Switzerland.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
During my tenure, S&P Global Ratings repeatedly affirmed Hoboken’s AA+ credit rating, citing the city’s resilience investments and its approach to long-term environmental risk.
—Ravi S. Bhalla, Fortune, 13 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for affirmed
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Meloni has insisted that any use of Italian bases for offensive operations would require parliamentary backing.—
Seung Min Kim,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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One of the key requirements insisted on by the city was that the entire facility be rated to withstand a Cat 5 hurricane.—
Susannah Bryan,
Sun Sentinel,
21 June 2026
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The emergency proclamation was declared by Supervisor Hilda Solis, who said that thousands of air purifiers and masks have been distributed to residents impacted by fire and smoke.—
Austin Turner,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
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The renovations were declared complete and the pool was refilled by June 9th.—
Ramon Padilla,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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What is Lahmeyer alleged to have done?—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Court documents filed on Monday, June 15, and obtained by PEOPLE include what is alleged to be the Buffy the Vampire Slayer's handwritten will.—
Julia Moore,
PEOPLE,
17 June 2026
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In internal messaging to staff, Bunch has steadfastly asserted the Institution’s independence, while not mentioning Trump by name.—
Harrison Jacobs,
ARTnews.com,
23 June 2026
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The move means the rest of the AI industry will be forced to take heed of the authority asserted by Lutnick, and BIS can invoke other powers if the specific provisions used against Anthropic are contested.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
19 June 2026
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But some companies are still holding non-refundable film credits that were issued before then, and could not be claimed against tax liability due to previous state limits on credit utilization.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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Alexander Davis, 34, of North Carolina, was a weapon systems officer for the 419th Flight Test Squadron, and had flown B-52 missions for years before the tragic crash that claimed his life.—
Reeti Malhotra,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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In May 2024, singer-songwriter and bass guitarist Paul McCartney responded to a woman from Brooklyn named Adrienne, who proclaimed her love for him in a video street interview from 60 years prior.—
Dan Snierson,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 June 2026
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Campaign posters proclaimed only 10% of incomers were needed skilled workers and that asylum seekers were more likely to be rapists.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
Verb
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But Becker contended that there are many factors that can influence voter turnout, in particular, California’s strong blue tilt.—
Grace Toohey,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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Defense attorneys contended that Anthony believed he was threatened and acted to protect himself after physical contact occurred.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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After Lyles announced that Harrington won the second ballot, the council voted unanimously to acclaim Harrington as the city’s next mayor.—
Mary Ramsey
Updated June 22,
Charlotte Observer,
23 June 2026
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Pino’s supporters sighed and sniffled when the verdict was announced.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
23 June 2026
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“Affirmed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affirmed. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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