1
as in assurance
a state of mind in which one is free from doubt
I have full certainty that I'll pass the test
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2
as in likelihood
the quality or state of being impossible to avoid or evade
the proverbial certainty of death and taxes
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Recent Examples of certainty
The film doesn’t idealize the president as a man of unhesitating certainties.
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David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2025
And while some may say academics exist in an ivory tower, the experience of welcoming generations of young people into our institutions each year provides a constant reminder of what is gained by educating young adults to ask why and why not rather than to rely on rote certainty.
—Brendan Harley, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
That certainty only grew on the drive home.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
In early 1942, June Hudson manages the luxurious Avallon Hotel with calm certainty of her place in the world.
—Audiofile Magazine
august 29, Literary Hub, 29 Aug. 2025
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David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2025
And while some may say academics exist in an ivory tower, the experience of welcoming generations of young people into our institutions each year provides a constant reminder of what is gained by educating young adults to ask why and why not rather than to rely on rote certainty.
—Brendan Harley, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
That certainty only grew on the drive home.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
In early 1942, June Hudson manages the luxurious Avallon Hotel with calm certainty of her place in the world.
—Audiofile Magazine
august 29, Literary Hub, 29 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for certainty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for certainty
Noun
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Of course, Harvard must also receive assurances that no further recrimination will follow and any disputes in the future about the deal will be resolved outside of the courts.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Time,
5 Sep. 2025
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Poland, which borders Ukraine, is seeking assurance for support due to the ongoing war with Russia, according to Reuters.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The likelihood of lightning increases as a thunderstorm gets closer and reaches its highest point when the storm is directly overhead.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Sep. 2025
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The likelihood of lightning increases as a thunderstorm gets closer and reaches its highest point when the storm is directly overhead.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Beccacece has tried to channel the growing confidence.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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These numbers highlight a challenge that extends far beyond accounting, and that’s not understanding the critical link between financial confidence and entrepreneurial growth.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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That’s when the inevitability of Chawinga won out.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
7 Sep. 2025
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To a certain extent, a final ruling in the 'Vialidad’ case gives the former president some breathing-room, confirming the inevitability of her guilty sentence.—
Agustino Fontevecchia,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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While toxic cultures drain energy and stifle performance, the opposite is also true — positive work environments fuel productivity, collaboration and employee satisfaction.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Survey participants for the personal finance index were asked to rate their satisfaction with their financial situation, general cost of living, and whether their disposable household income was enough to lead a comfortable life in their country of residence.—
Ernestine Siu,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Following Chad's trial and conviction, his children maintain low profiles.—
Jessica Sager,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
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While Alexander-Arnold’s signing had been pursued by the club since last year, Alonso’s conviction and insistence were key in landing Huijsen, Carreras and Mastantuono.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Certainty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/certainty. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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