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
Gasperini’s willingness to develop youth and his uncanny knack for maximising the potential of strikers hardened the conviction to write Sturm Graz a cheque.
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James Horncastle, New York Times, 24 July 2025
In a document filed days before the sentencing, Turner’s attorneys acknowledged that she will be deported to Jamaica due to her conviction.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 23 July 2025
The couple maintain their innocence, and are both appealing their convictions.
—Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 23 July 2025
The man from Mexico had prior convictions for car theft and drug possession.
—Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 13 July 2025
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James Horncastle, New York Times, 24 July 2025
In a document filed days before the sentencing, Turner’s attorneys acknowledged that she will be deported to Jamaica due to her conviction.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 23 July 2025
The couple maintain their innocence, and are both appealing their convictions.
—Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 23 July 2025
The man from Mexico had prior convictions for car theft and drug possession.
—Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 13 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conviction
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Clarifications of merger policy that increase business regulatory certainty and incentivize dynamically efficient M&A transactions could bolster U.S. competitiveness in international markets, benefiting both American producers and consumers.—
Alden Abbott,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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But Beijing is also keenly aware that the current tariffs are hitting at a time when China’s economy has already been struggling with domestic challenges – and there’s no certainty those duties couldn’t rise again under Trump’s capricious trade policy.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
12 July 2025
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At Obermeyer, that belief is reflected in everything from internal development to community co-creation.—
Simon Mainwaring,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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Ukraine has its own problems with morale and desertion but one sentiment is likely far less prevalent among its ranks: lack of belief in the cause.—
Andrew Carey,
CNN Money,
28 July 2025
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Its grading reports have become the definitive benchmark in the trade and its documents not only certify a gemstone's attributes but also offer assurance in a marketplace where provenance and precision matter.—
Jennifer Lee,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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One of the sources said the US could withdraw those assurances if Hamas doesn’t quickly agree to a deal.—
Catherine Nicholls,
CNN Money,
21 July 2025
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Many of his opinions are unorthodox and expressed with a freewheeling exuberance generally unknown in a profession—classical-music criticism—that is normally self-effacing and respectful, if not carpet-slipper timid and dull.—
David Denby,
New Yorker,
20 July 2025
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This could have swayed people on social media, but that doesn’t normally impact fighter’s opinions.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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Every decision from what’s in scope to what can be eliminated should support the core objective: enabling employee compliance teams to act with minimum friction and maximum confidence, even with the constant uncertainty of regulatory change.—
Kelvin Dickenson,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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And all this comes amid mounting pressure on the chancellor to shore up confidence in her strategy, after a series of U-turns on cuts to welfare and winter fuel payments.—
Ritika Gupta,
CNBC,
15 July 2025
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Transport your mind and body to the tranquil amenities of Mexico’s finest spas.—
Náosha Gregg,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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Think about cabana shirts long enough, and the mind wanders to Brazil.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
28 July 2025
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When applied consistently, this approach improves operational flow and strengthens employee satisfaction.—
Dr. Adil Dalal,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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He's found deep satisfaction and a sense of purpose in being able to help and connect with so many people.—
Steve Drummond,
NPR,
23 July 2025
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In their view, emotions were not a distraction from rational thinking but a vital component of it.—
Ted Ladd,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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An aerial view shows homes burned in the Eaton Fire on February 05, 2025, in Altadena, California.—
Umair Irfan,
Wired News,
19 July 2025
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“Conviction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conviction. Accessed 31 Jul. 2025.
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