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as in affirmed
to declare (something) to be true or genuine
the appraiser attests that the lamp is indeed an original Tiffany
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as in confirmed
to give evidence or testimony to the truth or factualness of
I'll attest that she was at the party
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Recent Examples of attested
Rick Pearson, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
Prior to Epstein's plea deal, Indyke also attested to Epstein's character.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
During that hearing, Fayette County Commonwealth’s Attorney Kimberly Baird attested that Goodman should be impeached, according to the Lexington Herald-Leader.
—Keely Doll, Louisville Courier Journal, 18 Mar. 2026
An orthopedic surgeon attested to the court the woman was hospitalized after the incident and later underwent a spinal procedure.
—Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
Thankfully, Southern California is home to some of the world’s best — as attested by their starry clientele.
—Beth Landman, HollywoodReporter, 28 Feb. 2026
However, in December, the company issued a statement about Oklahoma homeowners claims that attested to close coordination with the insurance department.
—J.c. Hallman, Oklahoman, 10 Feb. 2026
Supporters of Pahlavi were particularly vocal in Mashhad this month, as attested by the prevalence of pro-monarchy graffiti on city walls, and the regime’s propaganda devoted particular attention to discrediting the former crown prince.
—Davood Moradian, The Atlantic, 26 Jan. 2026
The two have not talked since the report was published Wednesday, but that’s not out of the ordinary, James attested.
—Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2026
Verb
Illinois election law is more generous, permitting ballots postmarked or attested to by the voter as cast by Election Day to be counted for two weeks afterward.
—Rick Pearson, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
Prior to Epstein's plea deal, Indyke also attested to Epstein's character.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
During that hearing, Fayette County Commonwealth’s Attorney Kimberly Baird attested that Goodman should be impeached, according to the Lexington Herald-Leader.
—Keely Doll, Louisville Courier Journal, 18 Mar. 2026
An orthopedic surgeon attested to the court the woman was hospitalized after the incident and later underwent a spinal procedure.
—Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
Thankfully, Southern California is home to some of the world’s best — as attested by their starry clientele.
—Beth Landman, HollywoodReporter, 28 Feb. 2026
However, in December, the company issued a statement about Oklahoma homeowners claims that attested to close coordination with the insurance department.
—J.c. Hallman, Oklahoman, 10 Feb. 2026
Supporters of Pahlavi were particularly vocal in Mashhad this month, as attested by the prevalence of pro-monarchy graffiti on city walls, and the regime’s propaganda devoted particular attention to discrediting the former crown prince.
—Davood Moradian, The Atlantic, 26 Jan. 2026
The two have not talked since the report was published Wednesday, but that’s not out of the ordinary, James attested.
—Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attested
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Despite that, Moody’s has affirmed the company’s Aa2 credit rating, pointing to its vast gas reserves and strong cash generation.—
Manal Albarakati,
semafor.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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The Pitch reported in 2003 that the state had affirmed that King’s record was clean, and the charges were erroneously linked to his name.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
30 Mar. 2026
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In a deposition used in the Watson trial, Carol Lynn Berseth — a co-author of the paper and Mead Johnson’s director of medical affairs for North America when the study was completed — testified that the article was peer-reviewed and that no reviewer asked for additional data.—
David Hilzenrath,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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The voices of each of the first three police officers who testified at De Aujalae Evans’ trial were clogged with emotion.—
Emerson Clarridge
Updated March 27,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Mar. 2026
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Perry's representative confirmed to USA TODAY on Tuesday that the workers were eventually allowed to hold onto the gift cards after confusion was cleared up.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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Reynard confirmed Rzenno knows the strike zone well from having caught so many pitches.—
Rick Armstrong,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
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The waiver will remain valid for up to three years, but Licata plans to pursue his Texas certification before that, Geren said.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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The remaining provisions of these Official Rules will continue to be valid and enforceable.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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Votes are unofficial until certified by Cook County and then finalized by the Illinois State Board of Elections.—
Claire Murphy,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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But Missouri Republican officials have pressed forward, arguing that the map is still in effect because the referendum has not been officially certified for the ballot.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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Videos circulating on social media have not been independently verified by CNN.—
Moriah Thomas,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2026
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Shirley’s claims in Minnesota have not been verified.—
Jess Huff,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
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Was this the kind of assignment that more established runners ever tried to duck?—
Brendan Ruberry,
semafor.com,
29 Mar. 2026
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But as a general rule, Western militaries tend to give the biggest contracts to established manufacturers.—
Simon Shuster,
The Atlantic,
27 Mar. 2026
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Neither outcome is guaranteed, and the strategy could potentially still face opposition from the GOP’s own ranks even though Trump has given his support.—
Kevin Freking,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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What are the fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution of India?—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Attested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attested. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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