as in beliefs
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 convictions
According to a study by libertarian think tank the Cato Institute, around 3 out of 4 people placed into ICE custody have no criminal convictions; nearly half had no conviction or pending charges, and 5% had a violent criminal conviction.
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Christopher Cann, USA Today, 21 Jan. 2026
That appeal was denied in October, leading her to file a new motion with a federal court to vacate her convictions, arguing juror misconduct and prosecutorial misconduct from the government denied her right to a fair trial.
—Antonio Pequeño Iv, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Uber’s process for vetting drivers potentially creates gaps in information and drivers convicted of certain crimes are approved if the convictions are at least 7-years-old, according to the story.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 21 Jan. 2026
The federal Victims of Crime Act fund, or VOCA, is funded by fines, penalties and bond forfeitures from convictions in federal cases.
—Tamia Fowlkes, jsonline.com, 21 Jan. 2026
That data shows about 600 people with criminal convictions were arrested in Minnesota during that time period, out of the more than 1,600 arrested.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
His criminal history included convictions for robbery, kidnapping and attempting to kill a corrections officer by strangling him.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 20 Jan. 2026
Only 5% had convictions for violent crimes.
—Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2026
Their convictions came nearly two years after the couple’s death.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
Christopher Cann, USA Today, 21 Jan. 2026
That appeal was denied in October, leading her to file a new motion with a federal court to vacate her convictions, arguing juror misconduct and prosecutorial misconduct from the government denied her right to a fair trial.
—Antonio Pequeño Iv, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Uber’s process for vetting drivers potentially creates gaps in information and drivers convicted of certain crimes are approved if the convictions are at least 7-years-old, according to the story.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 21 Jan. 2026
The federal Victims of Crime Act fund, or VOCA, is funded by fines, penalties and bond forfeitures from convictions in federal cases.
—Tamia Fowlkes, jsonline.com, 21 Jan. 2026
That data shows about 600 people with criminal convictions were arrested in Minnesota during that time period, out of the more than 1,600 arrested.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
His criminal history included convictions for robbery, kidnapping and attempting to kill a corrections officer by strangling him.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 20 Jan. 2026
Only 5% had convictions for violent crimes.
—Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2026
Their convictions came nearly two years after the couple’s death.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for convictions
Noun
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The latter movie musical, directed and co-written by Mona Fastvold, tells the story of the titular founder of the Shakers, who brought her religious beliefs from England to America in the 18th century.—
Jack Smart,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Candid figure on war, civil rights and religion Beyond the boxing ring, Ali was outspoken about his beliefs when many Black Americans were still fighting to be heard.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
12 Jan. 2026
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Justice Sonia Sotomayor offered sharp commentary on Tuesday about the Supreme Court‘s recent rulings, claiming the high court has adopted several past dissenting opinions as new rulings.—
Jack Birle,
The Washington Examiner,
14 Jan. 2026
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As that becomes more developed, more enlightened, as new discoveries are made, new truths discovered and manners and opinions change, with the change of circumstances, institutions must advance also to keep pace with the times.—
The Atlantic,
The Atlantic,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Beating Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday in the Carabao Cup semi-final would be an excellent way to start changing minds.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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In a recent oral history of the show for Yahoo Entertainment, it was revealed that creators David Angell, Peter Casey, and David Lee originally intended for Maris to be part of the show's action, but the audience reaction to her changed their minds.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The show helps young viewers learn social skills like sharing, apologizing, and managing big feelings.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
22 Jan. 2026
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Yet every year, this terrified little animal is subjected to loud announcers and noisy crowds and held up and waved around without any regard for his feelings, welfare, or instincts.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
21 Jan. 2026
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These unobstructed views provide a backdrop for the living room, kitchen and primary suite in a home that has been cherished by the Clark family for many years, according to public records and news archives.—
Sandra Barrera,
Oc Register,
14 Jan. 2026
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The clip, which has amassed over 14 million views and nearly 3 million likes, shows the little girl, who was only 4 days old at the time, with a grumpy expression on her face as her brother leans in for the smooch.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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“Convictions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convictions. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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