as in to affirm
to formally state (something) again in order to emphasize that it is true
The President reaffirmed his commitment to cutting taxes. She reaffirmed her stance on the issue.
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Recent Examples of reaffirm
Despite the confusion and uncertainty, Dimon reaffirmed JPMorgan’s focus on supporting clients and the broader U.S. economy, regardless of short-term fluctuations.
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Dave Smith, Fortune, 10 Sep. 2025
Even the film’s relentless forward charge — its preference for strict point-making over a more learn at your own pace curriculum — helps to reaffirm its larger argument that schools have been conditioned to process children rather than enrich them.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 7 Sep. 2025
The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety last week voted unanimously to reaffirm the unsafe building order, issued last December, and to proceed with demolition after Mayor Pete Land explained that redevelopment plans had fallen through.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
Like so many other pieces here, the artistic skill and labor-intensive handiwork embodied in Zaragoza’s purses reaffirm a handmade and precious tradition of artisanal excellence.
—Kyle Roderick, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
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Dave Smith, Fortune, 10 Sep. 2025
Even the film’s relentless forward charge — its preference for strict point-making over a more learn at your own pace curriculum — helps to reaffirm its larger argument that schools have been conditioned to process children rather than enrich them.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 7 Sep. 2025
The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety last week voted unanimously to reaffirm the unsafe building order, issued last December, and to proceed with demolition after Mayor Pete Land explained that redevelopment plans had fallen through.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
Like so many other pieces here, the artistic skill and labor-intensive handiwork embodied in Zaragoza’s purses reaffirm a handmade and precious tradition of artisanal excellence.
—Kyle Roderick, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reaffirm
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Having breathed in the fresh air of the mountains, affirmed his love for his girlfriend, and taken in the beautiful view, Daniel all but forgets about his fight with his mother.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
10 Sep. 2025
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Since then, however, the court has allowed states to ban gender-affirming care for minors and has agreed to review Idaho’s and West Virginia’s bans on transgender athletes joining sports teams.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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This means regularly assessing your thinking skills, consciously choosing when to engage versus delegate mental tasks, and maintaining practices that keep your mind sharp.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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When asked about the changing landscape of college athletics, Calipari said more regulations need to be put in place, including tougher restrictions on transfers and years that players are able to maintain eligibility.—
Michael Harley,
Arkansas Online,
12 Sep. 2025
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Swiping a debit card may be one small way to reassert control.—
Michael Waters,
The Atlantic,
9 Sep. 2025
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Regaining Control In GenAI Platforms Big brands facing visibility issues in the AI search space have options to reassert brand presence and positive perception.—
Shannon Reedy,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Tesla spent years defending, ultimately successfully, its 2016 acquisition of Solar City, Musk’s struggling clean-energy company.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Acosta defended the deal with Epstein in a news conference four days after the multi-millionaire's arrest.—
James Hill,
ABC News,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Reaffirm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reaffirm. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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