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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 Her story is a testament to perseverance and unconditional love, reminding us that nothing is impossible. Leo Barraclough, Variety, 11 Feb. 2025 Morgan’s journey into the fragrance world is a testament to innovation born from personal experiences, but also a challenge. Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 10 Feb. 2025 His 2023 performance—leading the NFL with 1,799 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns—was a testament to his elite abilities. Justin Gest, Newsweek, 10 Feb. 2025 Every stone, every artifact is a testament to their strength. Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 10 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for testament
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Noun
  • McGarrigle also named Buckingham Television, his employer, in the suit, who launched an investigation into the incident and concluded there was not sufficient evidence, an HBO rep previously told Rolling Stone.
    Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 26 Feb. 2025
  • Neymar’s return to Santos has not been treated by some as a glorious homecoming, but rather as a symbol of disappointment, another piece of evidence to support the idea that his career has been… if not a failure, certainly a bit of a letdown.
    Nick Miller, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Leading With Presence And Purpose That last conversation with my mother reshaped my leadership philosophy.
    Bala Sathyanarayanan, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
  • Throughout it all, Brooks has maintained a consistent philosophy: technological solutions must enhance human capabilities rather than attempt to replicate them.
    Matt Robison, Newsweek, 25 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Those three or four days in Paris of fantastical designs are the pinnacle of creativity — and proof that fashion can, indeed, at times approach the level of art.
    James Fallon, WWD, 22 Feb. 2025
  • The Fiat 124 Sport Spider is also proof that an Italian car doesn’t have to be a Ferrari to be beautiful.
    Robert Ross, Robb Report, 21 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Following a judicial doctrine established by the 1971 case Mindes v. Seaman, courts typically defer to the judgment of military authorities in determining how the armed forces should function.
    Natalie Shibley / Made by History, TIME, 21 Feb. 2025
  • The state of Michigan wants to shut down the pipeline, saying that a 1953 easement for the pipeline’s operation violated the state’s public trust doctrine.
    Lisa Friedman, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Judge Victoria Rossetti ruled Thursday that victim witnesses can be in the courtroom during the trial, agreeing with prosecutors that their testimony wouldn’t be materially affected by hearing the testimony of others.
    Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2025
  • There is a certain kind of language in the testimonies of Coco ambush victims that was echoed in the Pelicot trial.
    Katie Ebner-Landy, The New Yorker, 22 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Religious ideology also played an important role in other early 20th century conceptions of European unity.
    TIME, TIME, 23 Feb. 2025
  • But his significant support is prompting concerns of potential jury nullification — when jurors deliver a verdict based on ideology rather than the law.
    Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 21 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Additionally, employers may overlook state-specific requirements or additional documentation that could be necessary for the FICA tip credit claim.
    Jessica Ledingham, J.D., Forbes, 18 Feb. 2025
  • By streamlining access to essential knowledge and simplifying documentation processes, its flagship products, Bolo AI Answer and Bolo AI Writes, unlock new levels of efficiency, allowing teams to focus on solving complex challenges and driving operational excellence. Music.
    Jason Phillips, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025
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  • These are three very strong testimonials from users who have tried and tested the Batana Oil and saw amazing results.
    Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 15 Feb. 2025
  • Both Chan and Petrovich attend and offer testimonials about King, according to two people who attended.
    Joe Rubin, Sacramento Bee, 6 Feb. 2025

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“Testament.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/testament. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.

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