as in evidence
something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim
the plaintiff's case rests largely on the testimony of several scientists with no known expertise in that field
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Recent Examples of testimony
If there’s a conflict about key evidence or testimony, a judge normally won’t grant summary judgment.
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 2 June 2026
Kahan’s testimony isn’t the first time he’s advocated to make ticket-buying more fan-friendly.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 2 June 2026
At the outset of this year, the Department of Justice opened a criminal investigation into Powell centered on his testimony to Congress about the cost overruns in a building renovation.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 1 June 2026
The ruling caps a monthslong battle that drew testimony from residents across the state, generated thousands of petition signatures and prompted complaints to lawmakers, the governor and attorney general.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 2 June 2026
Kahan’s testimony isn’t the first time he’s advocated to make ticket-buying more fan-friendly.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 2 June 2026
At the outset of this year, the Department of Justice opened a criminal investigation into Powell centered on his testimony to Congress about the cost overruns in a building renovation.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 1 June 2026
The ruling caps a monthslong battle that drew testimony from residents across the state, generated thousands of petition signatures and prompted complaints to lawmakers, the governor and attorney general.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for testimony
Noun
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The pickup truck was towed as evidence.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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Mahuna declined to say what evidence led investigators to identify Baker as a suspect.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
Noun
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However, Joyce Oen-Hsiao, MD, FACC, associate professor of cardiovascular medicine at the Yale School of Medicine, cautioned that studies have only found an association—not proof that mouthwash directly causes high blood pressure.—
Laura Bradley,
Health,
3 June 2026
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The company said this achievement provides customers with clear proof of the aircraft’s ability to survive and avoid detection on complex battlefields.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
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Refusing the unisonic testimonial altogether and relying more on cacophonic simultaneity, Harryman explores with a polyphonic troupe how outside social forces inform the inner psyche.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 May 2026
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Most wellness trends produce testimonials.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
28 May 2026
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The witness directed responding officers to Parking Structure 8, where Akindahunsi was taken into custody.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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Newsom’s office said Thursday that the state is providing assistance to victims, family members and witnesses of the mosque shooting.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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“Testimony.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/testimony. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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