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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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
Following his high-profile trial, conviction and 35-year sentence, Anthony is actively fighting to appeal it.
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Kelsie Cairns,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
The Sutter County District Attorney’s Office did not respond to requests for comment or to answer questions about Dixon’s conviction and what led to the resolution in the homicide case.
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Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
23 June 2026
But should the chalk scenario occur, Drury should implement a best-player-available strategy and make the pick with conviction.
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Vincent Z. Mercogliano,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
In the six cases, Ramsey County Attorney John Choi criticized McGee's characterization of events, but said his conclusions did not impact any of the convictions.
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Aki Nace,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
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Kelsie Cairns,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
The Sutter County District Attorney’s Office did not respond to requests for comment or to answer questions about Dixon’s conviction and what led to the resolution in the homicide case.
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Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
23 June 2026
But should the chalk scenario occur, Drury should implement a best-player-available strategy and make the pick with conviction.
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Vincent Z. Mercogliano,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
In the six cases, Ramsey County Attorney John Choi criticized McGee's characterization of events, but said his conclusions did not impact any of the convictions.
—
Aki Nace,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conviction
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Waiting for certainty mostly means arriving after the repricing is done.
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Who was lauded more for their work as Germany celebrated their victory, and the certainty of qualification?
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Contrary to popular belief, the central bank has little influence over home loan rates.
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Most people who hold luxury beliefs are sincere.
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For ships that require assurances of safe passage, recent developments aren’t helping.
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Every chair is backed by a robust product assurance policy, secure global shopping, and professional customer support.
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Which apparently disqualifies them from having an opinion about a movie or casting decision.
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Aquarius January 20 – February 18 When opinions clash, lead with practical care.
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What gives us confidence in this assertion?
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Soloviev brims with the confidence of a billionaire’s son who has managed to chart his own unusual course.
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Regardless, not every player is drafted with stardom in mind.
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The Virgo moon offers opportunities to share what’s on your mind with others.
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Many retirement plans provide access to financial education to help employees make informed decisions about saving, investing and planning for retirement – ideally resulting in greater employee satisfaction and productivity.
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Homer approves equally of the man’s satisfactions and the woman’s chastity.
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But a recent poll shows that a majority abroad have a negative view of the country.
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His view comes despite some opinion polls showing the Republican Party has a higher disapproval rating.
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“Conviction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conviction. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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