1
as in confirms
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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2
as in proves
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 validates
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026
For China, the country with the greatest potential to challenge American military might, the war validates its focus on new forms of warfare such as drones and cyber and space power.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
This validates the author’s argument that portfolio exposure reshapes corporate behavior.
—Anis Uzzaman, Fortune, 6 May 2026
These are foundational principles of any healthy democracy, and the result in this case validates that belief.
—Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
At the same time, this latest shakeup in the race seemingly validates Steyer’s decision to spend massively in order to boost himself.
—Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
County leaders say the announcement validates years of work and hundreds of millions of dollars in public investment.
—Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 10 Apr. 2026
Trial validates low-cost strike capability The test took place at BAE Systems’ flight test development center in Warton, Lancashire.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 9 Apr. 2026
The finding validates local accounts that scientists had been unable to confirm for nearly two decades.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026
For China, the country with the greatest potential to challenge American military might, the war validates its focus on new forms of warfare such as drones and cyber and space power.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
This validates the author’s argument that portfolio exposure reshapes corporate behavior.
—Anis Uzzaman, Fortune, 6 May 2026
These are foundational principles of any healthy democracy, and the result in this case validates that belief.
—Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
At the same time, this latest shakeup in the race seemingly validates Steyer’s decision to spend massively in order to boost himself.
—Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
County leaders say the announcement validates years of work and hundreds of millions of dollars in public investment.
—Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 10 Apr. 2026
Trial validates low-cost strike capability The test took place at BAE Systems’ flight test development center in Warton, Lancashire.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 9 Apr. 2026
The finding validates local accounts that scientists had been unable to confirm for nearly two decades.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for validates
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The finale confirms it, and the scene was one of the first Heughan shot in Season 8.—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
15 May 2026
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Responding confirms your number is active, which can lead to more scam messages.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
Verb
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That opacity serves a clear purpose, but Martelli is enamored by it to a fault, and Inés’ refusal to question the people around her or make any significant decisions beyond keeping her mouth shut eventually proves more trying than helpful.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
14 May 2026
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Our rendition of the French bistro favorite proves that this dish doesn't have to be tricky.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
14 May 2026
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For context, canvassing is a post-election process that verifies that all valid ballots cast are accurately counted and included in the final election result.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
2 May 2026
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The document essentially verifies that Muhsen abandoned his bond obligations.—
Marvin Hurst,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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In addition to the weekly shows and game coverage, the partnership also establishes a joint year-round collaboration focused on community initiatives that serve Southern California.—
CBS LA Staff,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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This establishes a safe zone called the Learned Homing Area.—
Jacek Krywko,
Scientific American,
13 May 2026
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Bonta argues Bianco violated state law and the attorney general’s authority by removing ballots from official custody without identifying a specific crime or suspect.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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That creative legacy, Santiago argues, is now a competitive advantage.—
Mathew Scott,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2026
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Colleen Camp, on the other hand, demonstrates a flair for light comedy as an alluring French maid, though the role too often requires her to play second fiddle to her own enhanced bosom.—
Kirk Ellis,
HollywoodReporter,
12 May 2026
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The candidate demonstrates willingness to address younger voters’ concerns openly, responding directly to questions about his billionaire status and financial practices.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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“Validates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/validates. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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