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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 The 200,000 missing from El Fasher stand as a harrowing testament to that failure. David Miliband, Time, 4 Nov. 2025 Whether viewed as a patriot who protected America or as the architect of an era of overreach, Cheney’s legacy remained one of lasting influence—a testament to the enduring force of political will. Daniel Orton, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025 Jackman’s film is a joyous testament to independence, creativity, and the enduring necessity of stories. Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 3 Nov. 2025 Even the smallest diversions seem to make a difference, a testament to the monkeys’ loneliness and privation. Ava Kofman, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for testament
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Noun
  • Sanders said there has been no evidence of cancer since the surgery.
    Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 9 Nov. 2025
  • No evidence of data misuse was reported.
    Charlotte Reck, CNN Money, 9 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • There is profit and ideology involved.
    Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2025
  • The ideology of the groups appears to categorize anyone not subscribing to their extremist views as infidels, whether Muslims or Christians.
    Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • Lively’s disclosure notes that her damages figure is preliminary, and subject to proof via expert testimony at trial.
    Gene Maddaus, Variety, 7 Nov. 2025
  • These figures are preliminary and will be subject to proof via expert testimony, per the filing.
    Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • Durant’s difference in opinion wasn’t surprising to Green, knowing that their basketball philosophies aren’t always aligned.
    Jordy Fee-Platt, New York Times, 5 Nov. 2025
  • His philosophy of the game is likely similar to that of Snitker, so there should not be many adjustments needed from the players.
    Andrew Wright, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • At the city council meeting on Tuesday, Manny, in his emotional testimony, urged council members to oppose the federal enforcement.
    David Chiu, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
  • Lively’s disclosure notes that her damages figure is preliminary, and subject to proof via expert testimony at trial.
    Gene Maddaus, Variety, 7 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • The ‘major questions’ doctrine, a principle way to interpret statutes, prevents Congress from hiding major powers in insignificant laws.
    Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 7 Nov. 2025
  • But Sauer argued that the doctrine doesn’t hold with regard to foreign affairs, where the President has some inherent constitutional authority.
    Jeannie Suk Gersen, New Yorker, 6 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • Cargo is frequently conducted this way, moving from one port of call to another via air, land or sea before ending up at its final destination with all the proper documentation.
    Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 4 Nov. 2025
  • Today’s ARMs come with strict documentation standards, borrower protections, and built-in caps designed to prevent the shock resets that hammered millions of families in the last crisis.
    Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • Their testimonials on his website were not visible Friday.
    Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2025
  • The candlelight community prayer service was marked by personal testimonials about Andrew, interwoven with messages of faith and on dealing with grief.
    Caleb Lunetta, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Oct. 2025

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“Testament.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/testament. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.

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