1
as in testifying (to)
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 claiming
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 declaring
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 law also allows private citizens to file suit, claiming the government was defrauded and to keep a portion of any money the federal government recovers.—
Auzinea Bacon,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2026 -
Guzman is also accused of preparing and filing false tax returns for her and her spouse claiming wages from MAFC and the withholding of federal taxes.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
11 Apr. 2026
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The parties’ prospects for reaching an agreement — and what Trump’s options become for declaring success — will depend on how the ceasefire goes in the coming days, Harrison said.—
Justine McDaniel,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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In Asia, looming fuel shortages are prompting governments to take drastic measures, with the Philippines declaring a national energy emergency.—
Hanna Ziady,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2026
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Iran has not ratified the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) guaranteeing the right to transit passage, however, which complicates the legal questions.—
Mithil Aggarwal,
NBC news,
9 Apr. 2026
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Norwich offered a seven-year deal, guaranteeing a year as a professional player.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's appearance at the Netflix event comes amid a March 17 Variety report alleging tension between the couple and the streaming giant — claims that have been previously denied by both the Sussexes and Netflix.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
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Authorities are investigating a whistle-blower tip alleging that two Information Technology employees were working full-time for both the City of Dallas and the City of Austin simultaneously.—
Marvin Hurst,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Neighborhoods have been torched for asserting voting rights or attempting to desegregate schools.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Apr. 2026
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The memo and other documents referred to Musk multiple times as the head of DOGE, although other parts of the government were asserting that same month that Musk was not the person in charge of the department.—
David Ingram,
NBC news,
6 Apr. 2026
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His administration has also tried to stop those under 19 from receiving gender-affirming medical care.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Apr. 2026
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Angela doubles down on her evidence, affirming that a woman told her at a Hawks game that Phaedra was behind the drama.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
6 Apr. 2026
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But confusion remains over the basis of the plan for those talks, with Iran insisting on a 10-point plan that includes its full control over the Strait of Hormuz, removal of sanctions and accepting Iran's right to enrichment.—
NPR Staff,
NPR,
9 Apr. 2026
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France has been critical, insisting that the war was launched without respecting international law and that Paris was never consulted about it.—
Lorne Cook,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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Sure, it might be surmised that the city announcing this initiative reflects months, even years, of conversations and coordination.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
12 Apr. 2026
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Overnight, announcing no deal had been reached to end the war.—
NBC news,
NBC news,
12 Apr. 2026
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“Avouching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/avouching. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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