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as in bills
a record of goods sold or services performed together with the costs due
received a statement from the plumber in the mail
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as in voices
an act, process, or means of putting something into words
a careful statement of the legal case before the court
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as in words
something that is said
her statement was met with considerable skepticism
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Recent Examples of statements
The announcement builds on the company’s earlier statements that sodium-ion batteries are moving into large-scale production and deployment across a range of applications, including energy storage and electric mobility.
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Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 7 June 2026
Fired 60 Minutes veteran Scott Pelley hasn’t quoted poet John Masefield in any of his scathing statements since embattled CBS News chief Bari Weiss and new newsmagazine EP Nick Bilton canned him for rejecting their regime earlier this week.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 6 June 2026
But inconsistencies between location data and statements Brian Hooker made to investigators have intensified scrutiny on the circumstances surrounding her disappearance, a US official familiar with the criminal investigation told CNN.
—Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 6 June 2026
But as the team made its announcement, its tactics across years of negotiations — including ostensibly definitive statements about their intentions at a number of different sites in the region — drove several top Illinois leaders to open frustration.
—Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 6 June 2026
Administration policy statements have repeatedly focused on maintaining American leadership in AI, reducing barriers to development, and creating a national framework that avoids a patchwork of state-level regulations.
—Sean Stein Smith, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
The roughly 70-page report also includes statements from officers who responded to and surveyed the scene at the former wrestling star’s Eldorado Avenue home.
—Francie Ebert, NBC news, 6 June 2026
He was also booked on suspicion of making false or misleading statements to a public servant, per the records.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
Video footage and witness statements suggest the explosions and the horses’ escape occurred simultaneously, according to the local report.
—Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026
Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 7 June 2026
Fired 60 Minutes veteran Scott Pelley hasn’t quoted poet John Masefield in any of his scathing statements since embattled CBS News chief Bari Weiss and new newsmagazine EP Nick Bilton canned him for rejecting their regime earlier this week.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 6 June 2026
But inconsistencies between location data and statements Brian Hooker made to investigators have intensified scrutiny on the circumstances surrounding her disappearance, a US official familiar with the criminal investigation told CNN.
—Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 6 June 2026
But as the team made its announcement, its tactics across years of negotiations — including ostensibly definitive statements about their intentions at a number of different sites in the region — drove several top Illinois leaders to open frustration.
—Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 6 June 2026
Administration policy statements have repeatedly focused on maintaining American leadership in AI, reducing barriers to development, and creating a national framework that avoids a patchwork of state-level regulations.
—Sean Stein Smith, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
The roughly 70-page report also includes statements from officers who responded to and surveyed the scene at the former wrestling star’s Eldorado Avenue home.
—Francie Ebert, NBC news, 6 June 2026
He was also booked on suspicion of making false or misleading statements to a public servant, per the records.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
Video footage and witness statements suggest the explosions and the horses’ escape occurred simultaneously, according to the local report.
—Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for statements
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Well, American public -- people do because their paychecks are not keeping up with their bills.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
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They would instead be limited to standard repayment plans, which can mean higher monthly bills.—
Staff reports,
USA Today,
7 June 2026
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Faith comes in the belief that these voices will drown out the conservative forces.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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When the worker said yes, there followed a cacophony of voices, radios, and pounding boots as police stormed the property.—
Heidi Blake,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
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But even Wembanyama was at a loss for words after his San Antonio Spurs suffered the biggest collapse in NBA Finals history against the Knicks in Game 4.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
11 June 2026
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In other words, the drug may not create the problem from scratch so much as unmask or worsen one that was already simmering.—
Ryan Brennan,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
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The administration has cracked down on most forms of migration for foreigners — demanding that bonds of up to $15,000 be paid for visa processing in some, mainly African, countries and requiring years of personal history, including social media accounts, to be vetted.—
Matthew Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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To the Japanese, Dutch, Swiss, English, Danish, French, Aussie, Argentine, Jordanian, Kiwi and the rest of our brothers and sisters who have drained their bank accounts who plan to watch the 2026 World Cup here in DFW, welcome — please have your credit card and three-digit PIN ready.—
Mac Engel
June 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 June 2026
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The study had tested three different formulations of its new shot.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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The formulations are also non-toxic and endocrine-safe, reflecting the brand’s focus on overall wellbeing.—
Laia Farran Graves,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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August 23 – September 22 Clear messages spark teamwork and goodwill.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
29 May 2026
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Richards vaguely remembers seeing messages on social media around 2016 about Black women embracing their natural hair.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
29 May 2026
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According to the petition documents, Jackson had initially been assured by Reiner’s siblings, Jake and Romy, and a family representative that his fees would be paid by the family.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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The winner of this race will help guide the county through further budget reductions over the coming years, according to county budget documents.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
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In the days and weeks that followed, expressions of support poured in, both locally and from communities across the country and around the world.—
David Kay,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 June 2026
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One that leans toward the latter category is President’s Choice, a whiskey collector’s favorite that includes single barrel expressions of bourbon and rye whiskey.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
10 June 2026
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“Statements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/statements. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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