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a written or printed paper giving information about or proof of something
a certificate will be awarded to each person who completes the course in lifesaving
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Recent Examples of certificate
Robbie Farias, Austin American-Statesman, 14 Dec. 2024
Advocates say the policy should complement programs that help people buy a home or pursue a diploma or certificate.
—Nadia Lopez, Axios, 12 Dec. 2024
Amy Gardner, BostonGlobe.com, 7 Aug. 2023
And in contrast to the handwritten vaccine certificates that Americans must keep safe, Indians can download their proof of vaccination at any time, alongside an outsize photograph of Modi to remind them who deserves their grateful votes.
—Vinay Sitapati, Foreign Affairs, 24 Nov. 2021
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Noun
That could be a utility bill, bank statement, government check or voter registration certificate.
—Robbie Farias, Austin American-Statesman, 14 Dec. 2024
Advocates say the policy should complement programs that help people buy a home or pursue a diploma or certificate.
—Nadia Lopez, Axios, 12 Dec. 2024
Verb
After the call, campaign officials circulated language to add to the Pennsylvania elector certificates to be submitted to Washington asserting that the votes were intended to count only if Trump prevailed in litigation in the state.
—Amy Gardner, BostonGlobe.com, 7 Aug. 2023
And in contrast to the handwritten vaccine certificates that Americans must keep safe, Indians can download their proof of vaccination at any time, alongside an outsize photograph of Modi to remind them who deserves their grateful votes.
—Vinay Sitapati, Foreign Affairs, 24 Nov. 2021
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The Miami resident wasn’t at the Capitol when a mob of Trump supporters stormed the building and interrupted the congressional certification of Biden’s 2020 electoral victory.Michael Kunzelman, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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Online courses, certifications, or boot camps can be an excellent way to build industry-specific skills quickly.Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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This will be the third flight of a Vulcan rocket, following two test flights this year to gather data for the US Space Force to certify the rocket for national security missions.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 20 Dec. 2024
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The National Labor Relations Board officially certified the union representing workers, but Amazon has appealed that ruling.Jack Moore, ABC News, 20 Dec. 2024
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Vessels can be chartered for bluewater fly fishing, with accompanying guides and skippers.Nina-Sophia Miralles, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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The Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild, IATSE Local 706, was chartered in November 1937 and today includes includes more than 2,300 professionals in the fields.Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 10 Dec. 2024
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Strikes that endangered more than 100 civilians were occasionally permitted to target a handful of Hamas leaders, as long as senior generals or sometimes the political leadership approved, according to four Israeli officers involved in target selection.Patrick Kingsley, New York Times, 26 Dec. 2024
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However, smaller fireworks like sparklers and fountains are permitted, per the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.Natalie Davies, Detroit Free Press, 25 Dec. 2024
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The teachers union ratified the contract with a 98% vote in favor, according to the district.Staff report, Hartford Courant, 19 Dec. 2024
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Still, not enough states had ratified the ERA by the time the second deadline came around.Amy Shoenthal, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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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
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Universities must be accredited to receive federal aid.Lily Kepner, Austin American-Statesman, 18 Nov. 2024
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The first round validated the importance of this metric.Giovanni Malloy, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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This was the process that Brendan and Anis followed, validating ideas with minimal risk in order to scale the ones with real value.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Among those sanctioned are two North Korean defense officials, No Kwang Chol and Kim Yong Bok, accused of bolstering military cooperation with Russia, including deploying thousands of troops and supervising their activities.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
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The state does not sanction teacher certifications for those who mistreat students unless there is a criminal conviction.Nolan McKendry | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Certificate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/certificate. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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