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verb

past tense of verify

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of verified
Verb
While some alerts can be automatically verified and addressed with the right software, many still require manual investigation, including information gathering and thorough checks. Bankim Chandra, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024 That’s why companies are increasingly adopting continuous security validation to go above and beyond compliance requirements, ensuring that access and actions within the development process are continuously monitored and verified. Jeremy Vaughan, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024 The post, verified by Variety, said that texts and documents obtained did not intend to smear the actress. Matt Donnelly, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024 This could not be independently verified, but a Ukrainian official with the country's security and defense council shared the clip, describing it as footage from Oryol. Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024 The authenticity and claims of the video, and the nature of the glowing orbs have not been independently verified. Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024 Social media videos that were verified by NBC News showed Kelce walking outside the stadium and holding a case of beer, flanked by fans. Antonio Planas, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024 This video hasn't been independently verified. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024 Video verified by Reuters showed bloodied bodies strewn around the market. Reuters, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for verified
Adjective
  • Although there are no confirmed person-to-person infections so far, Susanne previously reported on research that indicates the strain currently affecting dairy cows is one mutation away from becoming easily transmitted between humans.
    Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2025
  • However, there is no confirmed timeline for this potential IPO, and importantly, the value has been rising appreciably in recent years without the benefit of retail investor participation.
    Joel Shulman, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • His lawyers have argued that a president's immunity from criminal proceedings extends to the transition period — the time between the election and inauguration.
    Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2025
  • That effort was partially targeted at changing the makeup of the Legislature, which proponents argued does not represent the will of the public.
    Ian Max Stevenson, Idaho Statesman, 8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Adopt a zero-tolerance approach: Document every incident thoroughly with legal experts and witnesses, distinguishing valid concerns from smear campaigns, false claims or prejudice.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
  • However, some argue that prosecutors regularly drop cases for legal reasons and that the Justice Department may have had valid grounds for doing so.
    Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Philp may grow into that role, but with the trade deadline straight ahead and no established right-handed centre to take defensive-zone faceoffs short-handed, a recall of Ryan from the AHL Bakersfield Condors or a trade for a more substantial solution would seem to be the play.
    Allan Mitchell, The Athletic, 15 Feb. 2025
  • Would that be enough time to become an established incumbent?
    Thomas D. Elias, Orange County Register, 14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Joe McKendrick covers how technology moves markets and careers How do things work out when people are managed by algorithms, versus actual human beings?
    Joe McKendrick, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
  • However, the significance lies in the message rather than the actual financial loss.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • For one night, Hollywood’s background actors are the real stars.
    Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2025
  • So IndieWire asked Davis about faking affluence and building a real garden that acts as a character in its own right.
    Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 27 Feb. 2025

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“Verified.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/verified. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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