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as in verified
to give evidence or testimony to the truth or factualness of
a witness independently validated the policeman's version of events
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as in established
to show the existence or truth of by evidence
the booming economy in and of itself validated the soundness of the government's economic policies
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Recent Examples of validated
Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 25 Oct. 2025
The coalition called for a rigorous, large-scale trial with validated biomarkers and pre-registered endpoints.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 23 Sep. 2025
That starts with biobanking—the systematic, validated and coordinated collection, processing and storage of biological samples like organs, blood, urine, tumor tissue and cerebrospinal fluid—paired with deep and accurate clinical annotation.
—Niven R. Narain, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Imagine how validated Rainbeau must feel, like Chicken Little when the town wakes up to the fact that aliens are actually coming.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2025
The goal was to get child survivors to come together, recount their experiences and feel validated.
—Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025
Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
The lottery says winners aren't known until prizes are claimed and tickets are validated.
—Madeline Bartos, CBS News, 5 Jan. 2026
On December 12, 2025, the Federal Reserve validated this instability by initiating a $40 billion monthly liquidity injection to stabilize the banking system.
—Katica Roy, Fortune, 31 Dec. 2025
Another record-breaking elimination Just under the wire for a 2025 designation, in mid-December Brazil was validated by WHO for quashing transmission of HIV between mothers and children.
—Fran Kritz, NPR, 30 Dec. 2025
Which models have been validated for which clinical questions?
—Angelo Volandes, STAT, 30 Dec. 2025
At least Sunday, the coach was validated, as Ewers threw two touchdowns, with no interceptions, and posted a 118 passer rating in a 20-17 win against Tampa Bay.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 28 Dec. 2025
Retailers are paid a commission of one percent of a prize amount of $10,000 or more on each ticket validated and paid to a player, though that commission shall not exceed $50,000, according to the Office of the Arkansas Lottery’s retailer rulebook.
—Rafael Escalera Montoto, Arkansas Online, 25 Dec. 2025
Researchers also want to know whether the effect, if validated, can be improved upon.
—Lisa Jarvis, Twin Cities, 8 Nov. 2025
Adjective
Advanced spectroscopy sensors and a validated machine-learning algorithm in the device scan your poop for indicators of gut health and hydration, and also look for blood in the toilet bowl that might otherwise be hard to spot.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 25 Oct. 2025
The coalition called for a rigorous, large-scale trial with validated biomarkers and pre-registered endpoints.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 23 Sep. 2025
That starts with biobanking—the systematic, validated and coordinated collection, processing and storage of biological samples like organs, blood, urine, tumor tissue and cerebrospinal fluid—paired with deep and accurate clinical annotation.
—Niven R. Narain, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Imagine how validated Rainbeau must feel, like Chicken Little when the town wakes up to the fact that aliens are actually coming.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2025
The goal was to get child survivors to come together, recount their experiences and feel validated.
—Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025
Verb
Lehtimäki added that the company waited to make the announcement until the technology was fully validated in vehicles operating on public roads.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
The lottery says winners aren't known until prizes are claimed and tickets are validated.
—Madeline Bartos, CBS News, 5 Jan. 2026
On December 12, 2025, the Federal Reserve validated this instability by initiating a $40 billion monthly liquidity injection to stabilize the banking system.
—Katica Roy, Fortune, 31 Dec. 2025
Another record-breaking elimination Just under the wire for a 2025 designation, in mid-December Brazil was validated by WHO for quashing transmission of HIV between mothers and children.
—Fran Kritz, NPR, 30 Dec. 2025
Which models have been validated for which clinical questions?
—Angelo Volandes, STAT, 30 Dec. 2025
At least Sunday, the coach was validated, as Ewers threw two touchdowns, with no interceptions, and posted a 118 passer rating in a 20-17 win against Tampa Bay.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 28 Dec. 2025
Retailers are paid a commission of one percent of a prize amount of $10,000 or more on each ticket validated and paid to a player, though that commission shall not exceed $50,000, according to the Office of the Arkansas Lottery’s retailer rulebook.
—Rafael Escalera Montoto, Arkansas Online, 25 Dec. 2025
Researchers also want to know whether the effect, if validated, can be improved upon.
—Lisa Jarvis, Twin Cities, 8 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for validated
Verb
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An editor verified the accuracy of the information before publishing.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
11 Nov. 2025
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In one clip verified by ABC News, a man smiles at the camera, standing amid dozens of charred vehicles and lifeless bodies.—
Guy Davies,
ABC News,
9 Nov. 2025
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Still, the identity of an offense that amassed more regular-season yardage (6,282) than any of the previous 105 Bears teams was established up front, with a tenacious line and the kind of aggressive running game Johnson embraces.—
Dan Wiederer,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Although United Van Lines examined more than 100,000 moves, its customers tend to be established homeowners with families who can afford a full-service mover.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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For confirmed flights, passengers should arrive to the airport two hours before a domestic flight and three hours before an international flight.—
Cheryl Vari,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Nov. 2025
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During a press conference on Wednesday, Trump was asked about the details of the new directive and confirmed report.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
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Herro proved to be a quality bench player earlier in his career, becoming the first and only Heat player to ever win the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year award during the 2021-22 season.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
7 Jan. 2026
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Daniel Popper explains why Herbert proved it after taking 129 hits, the second-most in a season since 2000.—
Jacob Robinson,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Military admission with valid ID is $18.—
Marcus Smith,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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The entrance fee is $30 per vehicle, valid for a full week across all three park units, or $55 for an annual pass.—
Karthika Gupta,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Iron–sodium cells have already demonstrated stable cycling in long-term tests, with additional data still accumulating.—
Tejasri Gururaj,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Jan. 2026
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Trump has demonstrated the courage required to demand better for the American people and to deliver on his promises.—
Robert Romano,
Boston Herald,
6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Cold frames are a proven way to extend your fall growing season.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Nov. 2025
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And this eventually kills the tree, and there's no proven treatment to cure it.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
15 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The actual culling is reserved for licensed hunters and local hunting associations, some of whom do it recreationally or as a part-time job.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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Of course, the actual plot of Daisy Jones & the Six bears only a passing resemblance to the Fleetwood Mac story.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Validated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/validated. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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