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a written or printed paper giving information about or proof of something
a certificate will be awarded to each person who completes the course in lifesaving
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Recent Examples of certificate
Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 25 May 2026
Seven students received certificates in pharmacy tech or veterinary assistant.
—Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026
Jeff Bond, HollywoodReporter, 25 Nov. 2025
And patients are largely left on their own to decipher which certificates hanging on a surgeon’s office wall, or ballyhooed in web advertising, signify appropriate training and which do not.
—Fred Schulte, NBC news, 30 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Among its offerings are an undergrad theater major, with a music theater certificate option (which requests a portfolio submission), as well as two-year MFA programs in acting.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 25 May 2026
Seven students received certificates in pharmacy tech or veterinary assistant.
—Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026
Verb
Curtis Institute of Music Curtis takes a conservatory approach to music education and offers post-secondary-school student diplomas, bachelor of music and professional studies certificates as well as post-baccalaureate diploma and master of music degrees.
—Jeff Bond, HollywoodReporter, 25 Nov. 2025
And patients are largely left on their own to decipher which certificates hanging on a surgeon’s office wall, or ballyhooed in web advertising, signify appropriate training and which do not.
—Fred Schulte, NBC news, 30 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for certificate
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This can include college courses, certifications or credential programs, the SNAP Employment & Training program, local job preparation courses, and similar initiatives.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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Between 2019 and 2025, 55 Colorado law enforcement agencies and district attorneys’ offices reported receiving 1,368 requests for U-visa certifications, according to records kept by the Colorado Division of Criminal Justice.—
Shelly Bradbury,
Denver Post,
3 June 2026
Verb
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Counties have weeks after Election Day to process, verify and count ballots before certifying results.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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Starship and Blue Moon both have a ways to go before NASA will certify the vehicles to fly astronauts, so any time lost on that front by Blue Origin could further narrow NASA's options and increase the risk of setbacks to the agency's lunar landing timeline.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
3 June 2026
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Both Waldon and Moore recommend chartering a private boat either for a sunset cruise or a half-day tour with stops for swimming and snorkeling.—
Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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The first wave of pre-season testing was cancelled and a flight was chartered for the following day for players and staff to attend the joint funeral.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
Verb
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The opening salvo of the assault is intended to distract the Russians and permit four other robots to get behind enemy lines.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Basically, no matter how soap-y the show gets, Akerman permits the audience to buy into and sincerely enjoy the Hunting Wives ridiculousness.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
Verb
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The 19th Amendment to give women the right to vote was not ratified until 1920.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
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And although the Bill of Rights came soon after, ever since the First Amendment was ratified, Americans have had to continually, sometimes aggressively, insist on their right to free expression in the face of political pressure.—
Adrienne LaFrance,
The Atlantic,
1 June 2026
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It is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 June 2026
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And that film was actually accredited for continuing medical education by the Federation of State Medical Boards.—
Torie Bosch,
STAT,
23 May 2026
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The process of counting mail ballots and validating voters’ signatures is also arduous, as each envelope signature must match the signatures on file, which can lead to additional delays as well.—
Emily Chang,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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However, the market wants management to validate the story rather than leave it to analysts' models.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
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Also under debate is how to address the issue of individuals sanctioned by the United States, Canada and the European Union.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
30 May 2026
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Nadal is not a producer on the series, made by Skydance Sports, unlike so many athletes who sanction content about themselves these days.—
Ava Wallace,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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“Certificate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/certificate. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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