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as in affirmed
to declare (something) to be true or genuine
the appraiser attests that the lamp is indeed an original Tiffany
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to give evidence or testimony to the truth or factualness of
I'll attest that she was at the party
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Recent Examples of attested
Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2026
Adams and Chirlane McCray, ex-wife of former Mayor Bill de Blasio, have both attested to hearing squeaks and the sounds of doors opening and closing.
—Jocelyn Silver, Vogue, 31 Dec. 2025
At a recent New York City gala for the Committee to Protect Journalists, Hersh and Poitras attested to the importance of protecting an endangered media, which these days applies to this country almost as much as CPJ’s traditional battleground of the Global South.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 7 Dec. 2025
Multiple Democratic lawmakers rallied to Garcia's defense ahead of the vote and attested to his character and history as an advocate on issues like immigrant rights.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 18 Nov. 2025
But others close to the family attested to what Joe Lysinger’s children experienced growing up.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 18 Nov. 2025
Christina Applegate, Shannen Doherty, Luke Perry and even Warren Beatty attested to his sexiness in his SMA cover story.
—Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
The large crowd on hand attested to his, well, authenticity.
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2025
As Tuchel attested, England’s inclination to regain possession was as impressive as their work on the ball.
—Mark Carey, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
Verb
The Gators’ 4-8 finish and a weak offense attested to the struggles.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2026
Adams and Chirlane McCray, ex-wife of former Mayor Bill de Blasio, have both attested to hearing squeaks and the sounds of doors opening and closing.
—Jocelyn Silver, Vogue, 31 Dec. 2025
At a recent New York City gala for the Committee to Protect Journalists, Hersh and Poitras attested to the importance of protecting an endangered media, which these days applies to this country almost as much as CPJ’s traditional battleground of the Global South.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 7 Dec. 2025
Multiple Democratic lawmakers rallied to Garcia's defense ahead of the vote and attested to his character and history as an advocate on issues like immigrant rights.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 18 Nov. 2025
But others close to the family attested to what Joe Lysinger’s children experienced growing up.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 18 Nov. 2025
Christina Applegate, Shannen Doherty, Luke Perry and even Warren Beatty attested to his sexiness in his SMA cover story.
—Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
The large crowd on hand attested to his, well, authenticity.
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2025
As Tuchel attested, England’s inclination to regain possession was as impressive as their work on the ball.
—Mark Carey, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attested
Verb
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The Smithsonian’s board quickly affirmed its autonomy, but Sajet resigned shortly thereafter.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
13 Jan. 2026
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In an opinion by Circuit Judge Alan David Lourie, the Federal Circuit last week affirmed the TTAB’s decision.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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During Braddy’s trial in 2007, a medical expert testified that Quatisha was still alive when alligators bit her.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
7 Jan. 2026
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Hemphill testified alongside Winston Pingeon, a Capitol Police officer who tried to defend the building that day.—
David Staats,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Jan. 2026
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The board’s unanimous vote came weeks after pension-plan actuaries confirmed the program would be cost-neutral, as state law requires.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
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Advocates have been at odds with the city for years over the state of their beloved shelter, prompting an audit that confirmed the validity of many of their concerns about mismanagement, operating over capacity and inadequate care.—
Devan Patel,
Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2026
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However, Navajo officials have raised concerns that federal agents haven’t consistently recognized these documents as valid and could still detain tribal members.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
11 Jan. 2026
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Munoz-Guatemala was also convicted of driving without a valid license and was charged multiple times for driving illegally.—
Rachel Wolf,
FOXNews.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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Johnson said Benson was a juvenile at the time of the shooting and was certified as an adult on Wednesday in Jackson County Family Court.—
Ben Wheeler,
Kansas City Star,
10 Jan. 2026
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The office has the power to recommend the Legislature withhold funding from the institution if it is found to be in violation of state law — until compliance is certified.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Videos circulating on social media and verified by The New York Times show the shooting of a woman by a federal agent in Minneapolis on Wednesday, as well as the moments immediately before and after.—
Devon Lum,
Twin Cities,
8 Jan. 2026
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Though their observation has yet to be verified by wildlife biologists, Kogo and Tapanes are working with Burmese pythons specialists at the University of Florida to confirm the species.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Jan. 2026
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Steph Chambers / Getty Images The most fascinating thing about the Tarik Skubal arbitration case is that both sides think the other is trying to break established norms.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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This will allow established unions to contact potential members after a union has been certified.—
Elliott Wenzler,
Denver Post,
31 Dec. 2025
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Remember, catching a glimpse of the northern lights is never guaranteed.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
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It's loaded with protein and is thickened slightly with crushed tortilla chips and starch from the beans, so it’s guaranteed to satisfy without weighing you down.—
Martha Stewart,
Martha Stewart,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Attested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attested. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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