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
The prosecution and 2023 convictions against Becciu and others had been held up by the Vatican and late pope as evidence of his willingness to crack down on financial misconduct in the Holy See.
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Nicole Winfield The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 18 Mar. 2026
Federal data did not disclose whether any had faced criminal charges or convictions.
—Daniella Silva, NBC news, 17 Mar. 2026
The prosecution and 2023 convictions against Cardinal Angelo Becciu and others had been held up by the late pope as evidence of his willingness to crack down on financial misconduct in the Holy See.
—ABC News, 17 Mar. 2026
Federal officials said Kingsley’s criminal history includes felony convictions on drug, firearm, assault and larceny charges, disqualifying him from having guns or ammunition.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 17 Mar. 2026
The prosecution and 2023 convictions against Becciu and others had been held up by the Vatican and late pope as evidence of his willingness to crack down on financial misconduct in the Holy See.
—Nicole Winfield, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
For the majority of the Oscars race, awards prognosticators concurred that Chalamet was headed for victory, but convictions wavered after Jordan notched a surprise win at the Actor Awards — to Viola Davis’ great delight.
—Malia Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 16 Mar. 2026
The net effect of the aggravators being found true is that Peterson now has the discretion to issue maximum terms for each of O’Connor’s felony convictions.
—Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 11 Mar. 2026
Most of them had decades-old felony convictions.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 11 Mar. 2026
Nicole Winfield The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 18 Mar. 2026
Federal data did not disclose whether any had faced criminal charges or convictions.
—Daniella Silva, NBC news, 17 Mar. 2026
The prosecution and 2023 convictions against Cardinal Angelo Becciu and others had been held up by the late pope as evidence of his willingness to crack down on financial misconduct in the Holy See.
—ABC News, 17 Mar. 2026
Federal officials said Kingsley’s criminal history includes felony convictions on drug, firearm, assault and larceny charges, disqualifying him from having guns or ammunition.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 17 Mar. 2026
The prosecution and 2023 convictions against Becciu and others had been held up by the Vatican and late pope as evidence of his willingness to crack down on financial misconduct in the Holy See.
—Nicole Winfield, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
For the majority of the Oscars race, awards prognosticators concurred that Chalamet was headed for victory, but convictions wavered after Jordan notched a surprise win at the Actor Awards — to Viola Davis’ great delight.
—Malia Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 16 Mar. 2026
The net effect of the aggravators being found true is that Peterson now has the discretion to issue maximum terms for each of O’Connor’s felony convictions.
—Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 11 Mar. 2026
Most of them had decades-old felony convictions.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 11 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for convictions
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At times, the ideological beliefs of some militants were mixed with financial opportunism, a motivation shared also by some politicians and military officers.—
Noo Saro-Wiwa,
The Dial,
24 Mar. 2026
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My ancestors were people who fought for their beliefs.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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For its part, Brea understands that there are many different viewpoints on the agreement and declined to comment on others’ opinions, said spokesperson Liz Pharis.—
Victoria Le,
Oc Register,
21 Mar. 2026
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Shifting opinions While the 2024 war saw relative unity in Lebanon behind Hezbollah’s clashes with the IDF – feelings driven by anger at the war in Gaza – this latest conflict has seen emboldened opposition to the armed group.—
Joseph Ataman,
CNN Money,
21 Mar. 2026
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Rankin’s life-long commitment to social justice and equality is an inspiration especially in this time when politicians who speak their minds are few and far between.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 Mar. 2026
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The reasons why five women changed their minds about creating new lives in Australia have not been made pubic, but there were expectations that the regime would threaten family members.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Your 12th House of Subtlety wakes as the Moon settles into Aries, inviting gentle reflection by writing a private note to capture feelings before obligations crowd your day.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2026
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But for as much as Rick and Morty understands geekdom and storytelling conventions, the secret sauce is how much the series is interested in understanding feelings.—
Eric Vilas-Boas,
Vulture,
18 Mar. 2026
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Arched French doors—a recurrent design motif throughout the property—open onto twin Juliet balconies with panoramic lake views.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
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The divided views highlight deeper questions about how the site should be redeveloped and whether an arena fits.—
Lilly Kersh,
Dallas Morning News,
21 Mar. 2026
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“Convictions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convictions. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.
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