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
Jimmy Iovine, co-founder of Interscope Records, has not appeared at Combs' trial, but the music executive has been referenced in court testimony.
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Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 29 May 2025
The trial has featured testimony from three accusers — one-time actress Jessica Mann, former TV production assistant Miriam Haley, and Polish model and aspiring actress Kaja Sokola.
—John Annese, New York Daily News, 29 May 2025
Several ultimately stepped down following their testimony before Congress, including Harvard’s Claudine Gay, who apologized for lawyerly answers that sidestepped how protesters calling for genocide should be disciplined.
—David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 29 May 2025
Along with shedding light on Cassie’s feelings about freak-offs, Nash also corroborated her testimony that Combs frequently beat and tormented her.
—Michael R. Sisak, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2025
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Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 29 May 2025
The trial has featured testimony from three accusers — one-time actress Jessica Mann, former TV production assistant Miriam Haley, and Polish model and aspiring actress Kaja Sokola.
—John Annese, New York Daily News, 29 May 2025
Several ultimately stepped down following their testimony before Congress, including Harvard’s Claudine Gay, who apologized for lawyerly answers that sidestepped how protesters calling for genocide should be disciplined.
—David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 29 May 2025
Along with shedding light on Cassie’s feelings about freak-offs, Nash also corroborated her testimony that Combs frequently beat and tormented her.
—Michael R. Sisak, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for testimony
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Russia’s Baza Telegram channel, which often publishes information from sources in the security services and law enforcement, reported, without providing evidence, that according to preliminary information, the bridge was blown up.—
Lidia Kelly,
USA Today,
2 June 2025
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Here’s why fraud affecting the credit reporting system is so pervasive, including some of the evidence suggesting fraudsters’ are having success in manipulating the credit reporting industry.—
Dr. David Maimon,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Administration officials have also depicted Abrego Garcia, a sheet metal apprentice, as a violent criminal, accusing him—without proof—of being affiliated with MS-13.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
7 June 2025
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Whether facing humidity, rain or dust, the waterproof and fog-proof features ensure reliability and durability.—
Matt Morris,
Space.com,
6 June 2025
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Then, showcase trust-building elements such as client logos, client testimonials, awards and so on.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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On the evening of June 4, a crowd filled the Boulder Jewish Community Center for a community gathering that included testimonials from people who participated in the June 1 march and witnessed or were injured in the attack, songs and poems, and a prayer for the healing of those injured.—
Grace Gilson,
Sun Sentinel,
5 June 2025
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Nearby fruit sellers helped wrap his wounds in a cloth before an ambulance arrived, the witness said.—
Emma Seiwell,
New York Daily News,
7 June 2025
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On Sunday, June 1, 31 Palestinians were killed at an aid hub, according to Reuters and the Associated Press, citing Gaza’s Health Ministry and witnesses, after Israeli soldiers opened fire near crowds.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
7 June 2025
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“Testimony.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/testimony. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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