1
as in decision
a position arrived at after consideration
the marketing consultant's verdict was that we were doing just fine
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2
as in opinion
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge
was anxious to hear her best friend's verdict on her new boyfriend
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Recent Examples of verdict
New York prosecutors on Thursday dropped a charge of third-degree rape against Harvey Weinstein, after two juries were unable to reach a verdict on the allegation.
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Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
25 June 2026
Some 24 people have been cleared, either through a grand jury refusing to indict, the dismissal of charges by prosecutors, or, in the one case that went to trial, a not-guilty verdict by a jury.
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Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2026
Weinstein, 74, is facing sentencing in September on the conviction tied to Haley — a verdict reached in at a 2025 retrial after an appeals court reversed an earlier conviction.
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ABC News,
25 June 2026
The quick verdict here is that revision becomes adaptive.
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Dan Fitzpatrick,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
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Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
25 June 2026
Some 24 people have been cleared, either through a grand jury refusing to indict, the dismissal of charges by prosecutors, or, in the one case that went to trial, a not-guilty verdict by a jury.
—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2026
Weinstein, 74, is facing sentencing in September on the conviction tied to Haley — a verdict reached in at a 2025 retrial after an appeals court reversed an earlier conviction.
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ABC News,
25 June 2026
The quick verdict here is that revision becomes adaptive.
—
Dan Fitzpatrick,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for verdict
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Harry has fought the decision in court to reinstate security, citing safety concerns for his wife and children, the outlet shared.
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The latest decision marks another step toward advancing one of the country’s key uranium development projects.
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Which apparently disqualifies them from having an opinion about a movie or casting decision.
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Aquarius January 20 – February 18 When opinions clash, lead with practical care.
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Additional findings could change investigators' conclusions.
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The sequence in which Carmy tries to talk Richie down from a panic attack feels equally dynamic and alive right to its conclusion — when Carmy pretends they’ve gotten locked in, just as Carmy once was, to mess with Richie’s head.
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Contrary to popular belief, the central bank has little influence over home loan rates.
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Most people who hold luxury beliefs are sincere.
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But a recent poll shows that a majority abroad have a negative view of the country.
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His view comes despite some opinion polls showing the Republican Party has a higher disapproval rating.
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Perhaps with that base-mobilization strategy in mind, the Republican National Committee is planning to hold a first-ever midterm convention this summer.
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Eucerin’s Clear Skin Sunscreen is formulated with oily, acne-prone skin in mind.
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“Verdict.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/verdict. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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