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as in philosophy
the basic beliefs or guiding principles of a person or group Jefferson's collected writings constitute his political testament

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Recent Examples of testament Even generously portioned into two sets with an intermission, their 23-song show almost seemed over too fast, but that’s a testament generally to their clock-stopping spell. Chris Willman, Variety, 12 Mar. 2025 This is a testament to the internet’s frequent use of the viral performance. Nathan Vinson, People.com, 9 Mar. 2025 Her story is a testament to the power of honesty—both with oneself and with others. Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 8 Mar. 2025 The menu is a testament to their culinary prowess, with every dish being insanely delicious. Ronny Maye, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for testament
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Noun
  • As yet, there isn’t much systematic evidence on how business spending has been affected.
    John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2025
  • As far as the running back position is concerned, there is evidence that Barkley’s sensational year with the Eagles is lifting the status of those who carry the football.
    Steve Silverman, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • And, although the library has expanded, the episodes are many, and the logo may shift from the bow-tie to the address, the core philosophy at the root of all Milk Street does remains the same: to teach home cooks about flavor and new approaches to cooking.
    Kristin L. Wolfe, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
  • That’s the philosophy of 83-year-old billionaire Michael Bloomberg, who gave away a total of $3.7 billion to nonprofits in 2024 — more than any other American, according to the Chronicle of Philanthropy.
    Tom Huddleston Jr., CNBC, 7 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Nothing, however, is ever 100% guaranteed in the world of cybersecurity, and this latest campaign is proof of that.
    Davey Winder, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
  • There was no trailer, no proof of her performance—just faith in her talent.
    Patricia Alfonso Tortolani, Allure, 18 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • This doctrine shaped the post-war global economy, where deep financial and trade linkages were viewed not just as a matter of efficiency but as a safeguard for peace.
    Jon Helgi Egilsson, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
  • It’s commonly accepted HR doctrine that after a large layoff, those who stay suffer a 20% decline in their job performance.
    Phil Blair, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The duo were intrigued by a movie that could tell not only the Cain and Abel story of two childhood pals turned lethal adversaries, but also the demise of the Mafia's national stranglehold, which began with Costello's famous testimony before a congressional hearing in 1951.
    Marco della Cava, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2025
  • Lee’s trial testimony was the prosecution’s rebuttal.
    Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 20 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Trump has derided the Education Department as wasteful and polluted by liberal ideology.
    Collin Binkley and Chris Megerian, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2025
  • Overseas, resentment against Musk stems largely from his support of right-wing political groups and ideology.
    Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 19 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Intuitive design, clear documentation and strong customer support can significantly enhance adoption rates.
    Kristofer Mussar, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
  • After the State Controller’s Office receives all required documentation, simple cash claims may be processed within 30 to 60 days, the agency said.
    Kendrick Marshall, Sacramento Bee, 14 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Ask for a testimonial strategically Most businesses wait until projects end to request testimonials.
    Jodie Cook, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
  • Sunday's Screen Actors Guild Awards ceremony began, as usual, with celebrities giving testimonials to the camera about their acting career.
    Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY, 25 Feb. 2025

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“Testament.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/testament. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.

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