1
as in insisting
to state as a fact usually forcefully
unwilling to affirm without further study that the painting is an original Rembrandt
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2
as in declaring
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 affirming
Following the acquittal, the parents of Lucy Fernandez released a statement expressing disappointment while affirming their respect for the judicial process.
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Nikiya Carrero,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
Following two landmark rulings from the state’s high court affirming the new maps, as well as directives from Missouri’s secretary of state and attorney general, local election boards, including the KCEB, prepared August ballots to account for the changes to voters’ districts.
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Ilana Arougheti
june 24,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
For Nadia Mondésir, a working mother of a teenage son who appears in the film, just seeing her experiences reflected in the data was affirming.
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Emily Kelleher,
InStyle,
22 June 2026
The three bills in question were constructed to strengthen gender-affirming and reproductive care in the state.
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Matthew Blinstrubas,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
The suit alleges the group, known widely as WPATH, made deceptive claims about gender-affirming care for minors and its members profited off the claims.
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Devi Shastri,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
The company has issued an update on its plans, affirming that the verification system will begin rolling out in select countries later this year.
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Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
18 June 2026
The suit alleges the group, known widely as WPATH, made deceptive claims about gender-affirming care for minors and that its members profited off the claims.
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ABC News,
17 June 2026
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier last week issued a legal opinion affirming that all school districts must accommodate parents who want their children to leave or be absent from school for the purpose of receiving religious instruction.
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Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
Nikiya Carrero,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
Following two landmark rulings from the state’s high court affirming the new maps, as well as directives from Missouri’s secretary of state and attorney general, local election boards, including the KCEB, prepared August ballots to account for the changes to voters’ districts.
—
Ilana Arougheti
june 24,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
For Nadia Mondésir, a working mother of a teenage son who appears in the film, just seeing her experiences reflected in the data was affirming.
—
Emily Kelleher,
InStyle,
22 June 2026
The three bills in question were constructed to strengthen gender-affirming and reproductive care in the state.
—
Matthew Blinstrubas,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
The suit alleges the group, known widely as WPATH, made deceptive claims about gender-affirming care for minors and its members profited off the claims.
—
Devi Shastri,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
The company has issued an update on its plans, affirming that the verification system will begin rolling out in select countries later this year.
—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
18 June 2026
The suit alleges the group, known widely as WPATH, made deceptive claims about gender-affirming care for minors and that its members profited off the claims.
—
ABC News,
17 June 2026
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier last week issued a legal opinion affirming that all school districts must accommodate parents who want their children to leave or be absent from school for the purpose of receiving religious instruction.
—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for affirming
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At a March 30 public meeting of the school board, Morrow acknowledged these mistakes, insisting that the books would be returned to the shelves while a review committee, which the board would appoint, considered their fate.
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Of course, the Bucks likely recognized as much, as well, insisting the cost for Giannis include Kasparas.
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The three main types of non-compliance in labeling included fiber percentages not matching the actual material makeup, items containing different or cheaper fibers than those listed on the label, or simply incorrectly declaring or naming fibers on labeling.
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Individuals who may have spent years defining themselves through crime are publicly declaring a new direction in their lives.
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Gabby Jones | Bloomberg | Getty Images Several lawsuits have been filed against the company, alleging monopolistic practices and harming consumer interests.
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In the video, the man and woman can be seen alleging the family stole their money and emphasizing they aren't wanted in the community.
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Legal expert Richard Schoenstein said by asserting the psychiatric defense, Mangione would effectively admit to killing Thompson with mitigating circumstances.
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The pair defended the measure’s stricter voting thresholds as a necessary check on government power, asserting that taxpayers deserve the ultimate say at the ballot box before taking on new financial burdens.
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The deadline to apply for a $50 million settlement from The Walt Disney Company, linked to a class action case claiming the company helped drive up subscription prices for streaming platforms, is approaching.
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Jackson beat out fellow finalists Roch Cholowsky (UCLA) and Landon Hairston (Arizona State), to become the second Georgia player to win the award in three seasons, with Charlie Condon claiming it in 2024.
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That didn’t stop people on social media from breathlessly proclaiming that Bud’s was back.
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Perhaps the cage fighters will enter proclaiming some version of the gladiator’s oath.
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Outfit 10 In the summer, my style errs on the casual side, but the Original Contour Presence Cami Tank takes my look to the next level while maintaining my comfort.
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The Three Lions are maintaining a high press but can't keep possession in the attacking third.
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During his press conference announcing its closure, DeSantis defended the cost and argued that if the state had not built Alligator Alcatraz, those 21,000 individuals captured by ICE and local police would have been released.
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Moreover, Devonté Hynes’ score, which is both anxious and playful, does the tonal heavy lifting without ever announcing itself, which is something the music branch can discover and appreciate.
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