as in certifications
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 certificates
Elissa Jorgensen, Dallas Morning News, 16 Feb. 2026
These schools offer economical associate/bachelor’s degrees and important technical certificates/credentials that support the high demand industries in Texas, including jobs in technology, health care, hospitality, paraprofessional and agriculture.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Resume Genius defines it as a profession that stresses work experience and nontraditional educational paths, including academic certificates and online training.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
Estimates from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration indicate that the number of new motor carrier certificates approved increased 59 percent from 2019 to 2021, to 79,185 approvals.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 6 Feb. 2026
The guidance warns that educators who facilitate walkouts could face investigations and sanctions, including the revocation of teaching certificates.
—Scott Huddleston, San Antonio Express-News, 4 Feb. 2026
There have been no applications, building permits, or certificates of occupancy filed.
—Erin Jones, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
From the new physical hub in Aurora, the College of DuPage is set to run its seven-week entry-level CEJA Bridge Program, which earns students various certificates related to construction and first aid, Matheny told the Aurora City Council’s Committee of the Whole last week.
—R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 29 Jan. 2026
After completing the program, students proudly displayed their IEEE certificates.
—IEEE Spectrum, 26 Jan. 2026
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State education officials have threatened to punish districts where students stage walkouts, including investigations that could result in state takeovers, revoking teaching certificates and withholding daily attendance funding.
—Elissa Jorgensen, Dallas Morning News, 16 Feb. 2026
These schools offer economical associate/bachelor’s degrees and important technical certificates/credentials that support the high demand industries in Texas, including jobs in technology, health care, hospitality, paraprofessional and agriculture.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Resume Genius defines it as a profession that stresses work experience and nontraditional educational paths, including academic certificates and online training.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
Estimates from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration indicate that the number of new motor carrier certificates approved increased 59 percent from 2019 to 2021, to 79,185 approvals.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 6 Feb. 2026
The guidance warns that educators who facilitate walkouts could face investigations and sanctions, including the revocation of teaching certificates.
—Scott Huddleston, San Antonio Express-News, 4 Feb. 2026
There have been no applications, building permits, or certificates of occupancy filed.
—Erin Jones, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
From the new physical hub in Aurora, the College of DuPage is set to run its seven-week entry-level CEJA Bridge Program, which earns students various certificates related to construction and first aid, Matheny told the Aurora City Council’s Committee of the Whole last week.
—R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 29 Jan. 2026
After completing the program, students proudly displayed their IEEE certificates.
—IEEE Spectrum, 26 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for certificates
Noun
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No professional credentials or certifications are required.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
5 Feb. 2026
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The company’s technology is already used across fashion and textiles, as well as precious metals and gemstones, and is compliant with standards including GOTS and Oeko-Tex certifications.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
4 Feb. 2026
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Those applying for children with a disability must submit a firm that certifies the student’s disability, an evaluation and/or a Texas individualized education plan.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
4 Feb. 2026
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Deciding to pause operations this year jeopardized Martin's accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission [HLC], an independent agency that certifies the quality of colleges and universities nationwide.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Corporate America initially saw limited ramifications after the US Justice Department was forced to release some of the Epstein documents in late December.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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Kyle McNabb, however, contended in police documents that the internal temperature of such a vehicle could have climbed above 140 degrees.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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Another option is to purchase a life insurance policy with a long-term care rider, which permits you to use some or all of the death benefit to cover long-term care.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The law that charters the Fed allows the president to dismiss policymakers for cause, which is generally interpreted to mean gross professional negligence or malfeasance.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
22 Aug. 2025
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The airline also charters a Bombardier Global 6000, which seats 13 but is limited to 11 for these flights, and Gulfstream Aerospace G-IV, which seats 12 but is limited to 10.—
Nina Ruggiero,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Deal to cut tariffs and ease regulatory barriers A formal signing of the deal could come later this year after officials go through the legal details of the text and the EU Parliament ratifies it.—
Rajesh Roy,
Fortune,
27 Jan. 2026
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That most of the general population will raise no objections further ratifies that dismal conclusion.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
12 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The data in the new study validates these premonitions.—
Alex Hutchinson,
Outside,
14 Feb. 2026
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Does that mean Oklahoma City, the champion last season and the team with the best record this season, is the small-market team that validates the NBA salary cap?—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Certificates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/certificates. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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