as in evidence
something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim
I'm afraid we cannot act on your claim without validation
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Recent Examples of validation
Two of those measures have collected enough signatures to qualify for the ballot but are awaiting final validation from state election officials.
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Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
For Toonstar, the partnership represents a significant validation of a model built around digital-first animation created for platforms like YouTube.
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Dana Harris-Bridson,
IndieWire,
18 June 2026
After an often shaky start to his tenure leading the USMNT, the performance against Paraguay was a complete repudiation of his critics and validation of his tactics and managerial style.
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Ian Miller Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2026
Self-worth that doesn’t depend on external validation.
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Julie Averill,
Time,
17 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for validation
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
For Toonstar, the partnership represents a significant validation of a model built around digital-first animation created for platforms like YouTube.
—
Dana Harris-Bridson,
IndieWire,
18 June 2026
After an often shaky start to his tenure leading the USMNT, the performance against Paraguay was a complete repudiation of his critics and validation of his tactics and managerial style.
—
Ian Miller Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2026
Self-worth that doesn’t depend on external validation.
—
Julie Averill,
Time,
17 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for validation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for validation
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Rabbitt said investigators believe the deaths occurred entirely inside Steadman's apartment and that, based on the evidence collected so far, there is no indication anyone from outside the family was involved.
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There’s also evidence a lot is getting through.
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Some states have argued that requiring applicants to provide documentary proof of their citizenship could pose a significant barrier to voting because several forms of government ID don't include citizenship information, and many Americans don't have passports.
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The attorneys general challenged several of its directives, including a provision that required state and local officials to collect proof of citizenship from vote-by-mail applicants.
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Prosecutors charged King with perjury in October 2025 when he was accused of lying during grand jury testimony; however, those charges were thrown out in December before being refiled in March.
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The testimony offers a rare window into how Epstein allegedly tried to use compromising information to manipulate at least one powerful public figure.
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Your Petition — filed three business days before the deadline, without any supporting information or documentation, and only after abandoning your recent litigation efforts to avoid NCAA sanctions — does not provide a basis for the League to alter those plans.
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This growing need has led to the emergence of specialized crypto recovery firms that focus on blockchain analysis, digital investigations and forensic documentation.
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With stages stretching from Freedom Corner to the Point and crowds growing every year, Pittsburgh’s Juneteenth celebration has evolved into a centerpiece of the city’s summer calendar and a living testament to Black culture, commerce and community pride downtown.
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Teamwork and celebrating animation as a collaborative art has always been important fos us, and the film is a testament to everyone’s dedication and energy.
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Reports indicate the wedding celebration will take place on July 3 at Madison Square Garden, but the lack of confirmation means at least some of the attempts to keep things under lock and key have been successful.
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The findings were promising, but the study was small, and subsequent research has not yet provided strong confirmation.
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“Validation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/validation. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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