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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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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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Disruption is permanent, and AI is the divider The 2026 AlixPartners Disruption Index, polling executives across 11 countries and 10 industries confirms that disruption is now the operating baseline.—
Catherine Nekavand,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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Mayo Clinic Press confirms that anxiety produces real physical responses, including labored breathing, muscle tightening and activation of the sympathetic nervous system.—
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 May 2026
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Maybe a rookie proves worthy this summer.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2026
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Margot Robbie showing up to the Met Gala afterparty in jeans proves that even A-list celebrities can’t resist changing into their comfies after a fancy event.—
Claire West,
PEOPLE,
6 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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The county board establishes goals and priorities every year on which the superintendent is evaluated.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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The system establishes operational standards through its three main functions that develop incentives while tracking performance and ensuring projects meet actual environmental requirements.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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The filing also argues Flagg's performances are not comparable to Swift's album or brand.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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Letter urges reconsideration of design In a letter to church elders, Hubbard argues that newer LDS temple designs suggest tall steeples are not always necessary.—
Erin Jones,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
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Trump has argued that last weekend’s shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner demonstrates why the ballroom is needed to hold safe, secure events for the president and other officials.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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The initiative not only strengthens Australia’s defence posture but also demonstrates the growing importance of advanced land systems in addressing the security challenges of the future.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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