as in affirmed
to formally state (something) again in order to emphasize that it is true
The President reaffirmed his commitment to cutting taxes. She reaffirmed her stance on the issue.
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That kind of focus affirmed her in a way that gave her a lifeline at that time in her young life, one with a history with homelessness and going through foster care and adoption.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026 -
These artifacts affirmed that writing was both a life-spanning enterprise and a way of life.—
Joshua Rothman,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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While primarily based in Los Angeles, Alec has maintained more visible ties to Michigan real estate, including a sizable lakefront home along Lake Michigan built in 2013.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
3 Apr. 2026
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View this post on Instagram The comedian maintained his sense of humor following the crash.—
Riley Rourke,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Reaffirmed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reaffirmed. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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