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as in philosophy
the basic beliefs or guiding principles of a person or group Jefferson's collected writings constitute his political testament

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Recent Examples of testament This moment is a testament to what is possible when talent meets opportunity, when hard work is fueled by purpose, and when the doors of justice swing open for all. Justice Lubbie Harper, Hartford Courant, 29 Apr. 2025 Qasr Al Watan Qasr Al Watan, the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi, is a testament to the UAE's rich cultural heritage and modern achievements. Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2025 Her promotion to manager is a testament to her growth, instincts, and leadership. Denise Petski, Deadline, 18 Apr. 2025 This endorsement is a testament to our progress, and importantly, the relentless effort each of you contributes every day. Michael Wayland,yun Li, CNBC, 18 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for testament
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Noun
  • Abrego Garcia should return to the United States, and the government should present evidence of his gang affiliation in court.
    Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 27 Apr. 2025
  • There's no evidence of hundreds of thousands of people over 100 years old collecting benefits illegally.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • That rapid transformation is embedded in one business philosophy of Hart’s: flexibility.
    Xandra Harbet, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2025
  • That same philosophy also guides our thinking beyond individual stocks.
    Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Legitimate buyers should be able to provide proof of funds, business acquisition history, and a clear intent to purchase.
    Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
  • International students must meet several requirements to obtain an F-1 visa, including school admission, a U.S. embassy interview, and proof of financial support.
    Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Church doctrine calls for the pope to be buried four to six days after his death, unless there are extenuating circumstances.
    Savannah Kuchar, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025
  • Conservative Catholics in America charged that Francis’ doctrine of inclusion was damaging the church and depriving the faithful.
    Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 21 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Much of the testimony has revolved around Read’s actions in the days and hours surrounding O’Keefe’s death.
    Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2025
  • Hippler said that there is no precedent for striking the death penalty over media coverage, and that those concerns could be mitigated through the jury selection process and expert testimony.
    Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 25 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Ralph Fiennes stars as Cardinal Thomas Lawrence in Conclave, the dean of cardinals who navigates the process, which involves the examination of different ideologies and the eventual selection of a new pope that comes with a major plot twist.
    Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
  • Their choices and ideologies take them far apart from each other.
    Jordan Moreau, Variety, 23 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Context: Each state, district and territory has its own system for issuing REAL IDs, with varying documentation requirements and fees.
    CNN.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2025
  • More than 100 people who were accused of being in the country without proper documentation were arrested in Colorado Springs after a raid at an underground nightclub.
    Jade Walker, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • After the game, Heat coach Erik Spoelstra offered something of a testimonial to the growth in his offensive game.
    Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 17 Apr. 2025
  • To identify that kind of pain point, dig into your client feedback, read through testimonials, and conduct interviews.
    Melissa Houston, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025

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“Testament.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/testament. Accessed 4 May. 2025.

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