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as in attributed
to explain (something) as being the result of something else
accredits his good choice of movies to reading a reviewer who seldom steers him wrong
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as in enabled
to give official or legal power to
took a course that accredited her to teach first aid
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as in applauded
to declare enthusiastic approval of
generally accredited as the finest American dramatist of the postwar generation
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as in approved
to give official acceptance of as satisfactory
thus far the board has refused to accredit the school
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Recent Examples of accredited
Chantal Da Silva, NBC News, 19 Dec. 2024
The diet helped improve her health, Shepherd said, but also set a new standard for how zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums care for maned wolves in North America.
—The Courier-Journal, 18 Dec. 2024
The aquarium has pushed back against criticism, saying that the tigers are well cared for and that the aquarium is accredited by organizations like the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
—Shafaq Patel, Axios, 17 Dec. 2024
The release notes that Ringo was the second-oldest living harbor seal in North American zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, and far surpassed the 23-year median life expectancy of harbor seals living in human care.
—Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2024
It’s been accredited by the American Association for Debt Resolution and the BBB.
—Elizabeth Gravier, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024
The creation of Travel Tuesday is accredited to Hopper, a travel platform used by millions globally.
—Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Dec. 2024
For the first time, the festival has also been accredited by BAFTA, meaning that films selected for HollyShorts will be eligible to submit to the BAFTA awards.
—Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Nov. 2024
Fish served as part of the program is accredited by the Marine Stewardship Council, the Aquaculture Stewardship Council, or Responsible Fisheries Management, which require third-party audits and standards for traceability.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2024
Verb
More than 150 journalists were accredited to cover the trial, which many activists see as a watershed moment for women’s rights in France.
—Chantal Da Silva, NBC News, 19 Dec. 2024
The diet helped improve her health, Shepherd said, but also set a new standard for how zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums care for maned wolves in North America.
—The Courier-Journal, 18 Dec. 2024
The aquarium has pushed back against criticism, saying that the tigers are well cared for and that the aquarium is accredited by organizations like the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
—Shafaq Patel, Axios, 17 Dec. 2024
The release notes that Ringo was the second-oldest living harbor seal in North American zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, and far surpassed the 23-year median life expectancy of harbor seals living in human care.
—Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2024
It’s been accredited by the American Association for Debt Resolution and the BBB.
—Elizabeth Gravier, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024
The creation of Travel Tuesday is accredited to Hopper, a travel platform used by millions globally.
—Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Dec. 2024
For the first time, the festival has also been accredited by BAFTA, meaning that films selected for HollyShorts will be eligible to submit to the BAFTA awards.
—Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Nov. 2024
Fish served as part of the program is accredited by the Marine Stewardship Council, the Aquaculture Stewardship Council, or Responsible Fisheries Management, which require third-party audits and standards for traceability.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accredited
Adjective
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Keep in mind this friendly reminder: NASA only recommends that people wear certified glasses, but does not endorse any specific products itself, unlike what many vendors may erroneously claim.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
26 Mar. 2025
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Our primary objective is to ensure that every student benefits from certified educators.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2025
Verb
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How much of the drop-off in production in 2022 can be attributed to Arians’ absence?—
Mike Jones,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
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His growth can be attributed to his work ethic, but also the Ohio State defensive linemen working with him.—
Cameron Teague Robinson,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
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Ten days on the training pitches with a clutch of friendly games enabled Nuno to get across his ideas and to forge an ‘us against the world’ mentality.—
Paul Taylor,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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That shift is enabled by Sam, who really does see her, and—better—sees someone worth knowing.—
Sophie Gilbert,
The Atlantic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Family members applauded and cheered, celebrating both his academic achievement and his birthday in unison.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
23 Dec. 2024
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Aung Shine Oo/AP The United States and its partners applauded these developments and, with good reason, took pride in helping advance them.—
Derek Mitchell,
NPR,
23 Dec. 2024
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On Monday, when Nordstrom said its board had approved the plan to go private, retail experts speculated the retailer will accelerate investments in merchandise improvements and store upgrades, including possibly the Manhattan flagship.—
David Moin,
WWD,
24 Dec. 2024
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The city has approved a design waiver the company requested to move forward on a 3,887-square-foot restaurant that would accommodate up to 105 customers at the northeast corner of Golden Bear Gateway and Old Beckwith Road.—
Andy Humbles,
The Tennessean,
24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The hotel staff dispatched a medical team immediately, including a licensed doctor, which arrived to handle the emergency situation.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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Expert View: 'Entitlement May Start to Emerge' Newsweek reached out to Natalie Buchwald, a licensed psychotherapist and founder of Manhattan Mental Health Counseling in New York City, who explained that wealth disparities within families can be emotionally charged and difficult to navigate.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
24 Mar. 2025
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The salacious details ascribed to Maddrey are horrid.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
24 Dec. 2024
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While some of them are ascribed medicinal benefits, more research is needed to evaluate their effects.—
Nina Foster,
JSTOR Daily,
20 Dec. 2024
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Attorneys for New Jersey argued that even a partial remand meant the program was no longer authorized by federal regulators, and that a lack of clarity regarding pollution mitigation should in and of itself be enough to order a temporary pause on the program.—
Kerry Burke,
New York Daily News,
4 Jan. 2025
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The officials were not authorized to discuss the ongoing inquiry and spoke to the AP on the condition of anonymity.—
Jim Mustian, Jack Brook,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Jan. 2025
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“Accredited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accredited. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.
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