1
as in certainty
a state of mind in which one is free from doubt
spoke with conviction about her political beliefs
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2
as in belief
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge
held deep convictions about life after death
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Recent Examples of conviction
More than 10 years after Chouest's arrest and conviction, in January, Parga was positively identified thanks to advances in DNA technology and through working with the DNA Doe Project, the sheriff's release said.
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Rebecca Cohen, NBC news, 24 Feb. 2026
Her conviction is sudden, solid.
—Rodrigo Hasbún, Literary Hub, 24 Feb. 2026
Arrest disposition reports detail the outcomes of arrests — either convictions or dismissals — and are filed with the DOJ so defendants’ criminal records are kept up to date.
—City News Service, Daily News, 24 Feb. 2026
Businesswoman Yujing Zhang got deported to her native China after a trespass conviction and eight months in federal prison.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2026
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Rebecca Cohen, NBC news, 24 Feb. 2026
Her conviction is sudden, solid.
—Rodrigo Hasbún, Literary Hub, 24 Feb. 2026
Arrest disposition reports detail the outcomes of arrests — either convictions or dismissals — and are filed with the DOJ so defendants’ criminal records are kept up to date.
—City News Service, Daily News, 24 Feb. 2026
Businesswoman Yujing Zhang got deported to her native China after a trespass conviction and eight months in federal prison.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conviction
Noun
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Slight adjustments could be made in oxygen flow or the warmth of the incubator, but no one could predict with any certainty the impact of those actions.—
Steven Levingston,
Vanity Fair,
23 Feb. 2026
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Adaptability keeps us moving forward even when certainty is out of reach.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
23 Feb. 2026
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Trump has not been shy in his belief that tariffs are a necessary cornerstone of his domestic agenda — and coupled with the shaky GDP numbers, the ruling made for a tough day for him.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
23 Feb. 2026
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But the belief is that candidates will begin dropping out of the primary in time to settle on one or more Democrats who can appear on the November ballot.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
22 Feb. 2026
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Given the government’s refund assurances, however, the trade court put all the lawsuits on hold until the Supreme Court’s decision.—
Zach Schonfeld,
The Hill,
20 Feb. 2026
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Scores of vendors are owed millions of dollars after being stiffed for several years, even while Baker and his team gave assurances that all would work out and that the combination of Saks and Neiman’s would eventually thrive.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
20 Feb. 2026
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However, the Roberts opinion’s refusal to credit the historical novelty of the government’s action may prove problematic in the future.—
Sandeep Gopalan,
Baltimore Sun,
23 Feb. 2026
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Trump’s persistence flouts public opinion, as some nervous Republicans keep trying to tell him.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
23 Feb. 2026
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The market is decidedly not the economy, but enthusiasm from Wall Street helps pad retirement accounts, which can give consumers the confidence to spend their money.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
24 Feb. 2026
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Bridgeman doesn’t speak with arrogance but with a calm, aw-shucks confidence.—
Brody Miller,
New York Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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Angst over the city’s changing demographics has often erupted in Springfield’s city commission meetings, where citizens can speak their mind at an open podium.—
Caitlin Hu,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Keep in mind, though, that the pick number isn’t really set yet, either.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
20 Feb. 2026
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Using her magic broom, Kiki opens a flying courier service and begins to experience both the satisfaction and the difficulties of independence and self-reliance.—
Danny Horn,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Feb. 2026
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Some world leaders expressed relief or satisfaction with Friday’s decision.—
Foreign Correspondent,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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The event will focus on wisdom and wellness, featuring engaging speakers, meaningful conversations, and breathtaking coastal views paired with exceptional cuisine, according to a news release.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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The bill also includes confidentiality provisions that indicate information on serious reportable events relayed to DIAL by a professional licensing board, as well as any corrective action plans, are to be sealed from public view.—
Clark Kauffman,
Iowa Capital Dispatch,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Conviction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conviction. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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