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as in confirms
to give evidence or testimony to the truth or factualness of
a witness independently validated the policeman's version of events
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as in proves
to show the existence or truth of by evidence
the booming economy in and of itself validated the soundness of the government's economic policies
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Recent Examples of validates
These are foundational principles of any healthy democracy, and the result in this case validates that belief.
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Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
At the same time, this latest shakeup in the race seemingly validates Steyer’s decision to spend massively in order to boost himself.
—Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
County leaders say the announcement validates years of work and hundreds of millions of dollars in public investment.
—Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 10 Apr. 2026
Trial validates low-cost strike capability The test took place at BAE Systems’ flight test development center in Warton, Lancashire.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 9 Apr. 2026
The finding validates local accounts that scientists had been unable to confirm for nearly two decades.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
For people struggling with delusional disorders, a system that consistently validates their beliefs may weaken their ability to conduct internal reality checks.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 7 Mar. 2026
The new case management system validates all arrest disposition reports before they are sent to the DOJ and sends reports to court staff to address when a validation fails, according to the Superior Court’s website.
—Jason Henry, Daily News, 1 Mar. 2026
Kiel notes that the firm’s repeat business validates that discipline.
—Contributor, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
At the same time, this latest shakeup in the race seemingly validates Steyer’s decision to spend massively in order to boost himself.
—Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
County leaders say the announcement validates years of work and hundreds of millions of dollars in public investment.
—Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 10 Apr. 2026
Trial validates low-cost strike capability The test took place at BAE Systems’ flight test development center in Warton, Lancashire.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 9 Apr. 2026
The finding validates local accounts that scientists had been unable to confirm for nearly two decades.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
For people struggling with delusional disorders, a system that consistently validates their beliefs may weaken their ability to conduct internal reality checks.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 7 Mar. 2026
The new case management system validates all arrest disposition reports before they are sent to the DOJ and sends reports to court staff to address when a validation fails, according to the Superior Court’s website.
—Jason Henry, Daily News, 1 Mar. 2026
Kiel notes that the firm’s repeat business validates that discipline.
—Contributor, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for validates
Verb
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The discovery confirms a prediction dating to the 1970s.—
Adam Kovac,
Scientific American,
30 Apr. 2026
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Our look back through Variety‘s pages confirms that the New York World’s Fair was a Super Bowl-level marketing platform for the country’s biggest brands, media included.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2026
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Maybe a rookie proves worthy this summer.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2026
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Margot Robbie showing up to the Met Gala afterparty in jeans proves that even A-list celebrities can’t resist changing into their comfies after a fancy event.—
Claire West,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
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For context, canvassing is a post-election process that verifies that all valid ballots cast are accurately counted and included in the final election result.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
2 May 2026
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The document essentially verifies that Muhsen abandoned his bond obligations.—
Marvin Hurst,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The county board establishes goals and priorities every year on which the superintendent is evaluated.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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The system establishes operational standards through its three main functions that develop incentives while tracking performance and ensuring projects meet actual environmental requirements.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
Verb
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But Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth argues the 60-day war limit is paused amid the ongoing ceasefire.—
May 1,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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The Iranian American actor argues the long-standing persecution of the Baha’is in Iran has only escalated with the current Middle East tensions.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
1 May 2026
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Trump has argued that last weekend’s shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner demonstrates why the ballroom is needed to hold safe, secure events for the president and other officials.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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The initiative not only strengthens Australia’s defence posture but also demonstrates the growing importance of advanced land systems in addressing the security challenges of the future.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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