affirmation
noun
af·fir·ma·tion
ˌa-fər-ˈmā-shən 
Examples of affirmation in a Sentence
a sworn affirmation that he had never acted as a spy for the enemy
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Haneline hopes that teachers, students and other parents can use the affirmations in their daily lives to help build confidence and a stronger self-image.
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Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 21 Sep. 2025
There was quiet affirmation sprinkled throughout this game that Vance Joseph's defense can and will keep the Broncos afloat in the playoff race, no matter how hapless their offense remains.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 21 Sep. 2025
Guests also had access to affirmations written by Nafousi, offering a thoughtful way to start trip with total clarity.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2025
Even on social media, you don’t get paid for posts — you get paid in likes, in affirmations.
—Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 19 Sep. 2025
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Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 21 Sep. 2025
There was quiet affirmation sprinkled throughout this game that Vance Joseph's defense can and will keep the Broncos afloat in the playoff race, no matter how hapless their offense remains.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 21 Sep. 2025
Guests also had access to affirmations written by Nafousi, offering a thoughtful way to start trip with total clarity.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2025
Even on social media, you don’t get paid for posts — you get paid in likes, in affirmations.
—Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 19 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for affirmation
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“Affirmation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/affirmation. Accessed 26 Sep. 2025.
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