1
as in affirmed
to declare (something) to be true or genuine
a note from my doctor avouching that my medical condition did indeed disqualify me from gym class
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2
as in alleged
to state as a fact usually forcefully
avouched that he had never cheated on his taxes in his life
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3
as in declared
to state clearly and strongly
she tends to avouch her opinions in such a way as to imply that anyone who thinks otherwise is an idiot
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The lawsuit was dismissed, and the Kentucky Supreme Court later affirmed the dismissal, ruling that Sanders' remarks were directed at KFC generally and did not identify the Bowling Green franchise.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026 -
The courts have already affirmed that sounds can function as trademarks.—
Daryl Lim,
Fortune,
30 May 2026
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In a separate incident in March 2021, Hay alleged Combs forced him to perform oral sex, according to the suit.—
James Queally,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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In public statements, Alfonsi and Vega alleged their firings were politically motivated.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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The backstory Lizard Island was declared a National Park in 1937, the surrounding waters were recognised as a National Marine Park in 1974, and the Great Barrier Reef was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1981.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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One further source said Madrid were planning on concluding the deal for Dumfries following the outcome of Sunday’s presidential election, so long as Perez is declared the winner as is expected.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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Local baseball legend Derrek Lee attested that, after visiting all 30 big-league cities, West Sacramento deserves to be among them.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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The weather this year has been a factor, players have attested, as temperatures have surged into the 90-degree range.—
Anna Lazarus Caplan,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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In an interview with The Mirror published on Thursday, May 21, royal author Andrew Lownie claimed that Fergie has found herself in a bit of a financial pickle and is begging the Firm for help.—
Allison DeGrushe,
StyleCaster,
4 June 2026
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Dolan claimed Oakley was verbally abusive.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
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Still, Miami Beach officials asserted that the Fontainebleau would need approval from the city’s Historic Preservation Board to advance the project, despite the new law limiting the power of local boards to force changes.—
Aaron Leibowitz,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
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Roberts' defense asserted in its May 22 sentencing brief, unsealed Wednesday, that probation rather than prison time would be appropriate.—
Kyle Werner,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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None of them has won a grand slam before, so we're guaranteed to get first-time major winners in both categories.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
4 June 2026
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Though investors may find the prospect of large yields enticing, the income isn’t guaranteed.—
Darla Mercado, CFP®,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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While many people online insisted the loft should be used as a bedroom, by simply placing a mattress on the floor, Giangreco quickly ruled that out for practical reasons that mattered far more to her than aesthetics.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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Those plaintiffs also insisted that the rule would harm the health care workforce.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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“Avouched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/avouched. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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