as in evidence
something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim
regards the finding as a confirmation of the theory that extraterrestrial impacts were responsible for the demise of the dinosaurs
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Recent Examples of confirmation
The statement arrived amid Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff's confirmation during the Belgian Grand Prix weekend that George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli will form the team's Formula One driver lineup for the 2026 season.
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Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
Every Democrat voted against the motion, and the confirmation vote is expected to fall similarly along party lines.
—Joseph Choi, The Hill, 29 July 2025
While there’s been no official confirmation from either of their reps, both Hollywood stars were joined by their adult sons on the red carpet at the movie’s premiere in New York City on Monday.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 29 July 2025
He is expected to immediately assume the acting role at 5:01 p.m., granting him up to 210 additional days to serve without Senate confirmation, two Justice Department officials told the Washington Examiner.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 29 July 2025
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Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
Every Democrat voted against the motion, and the confirmation vote is expected to fall similarly along party lines.
—Joseph Choi, The Hill, 29 July 2025
While there’s been no official confirmation from either of their reps, both Hollywood stars were joined by their adult sons on the red carpet at the movie’s premiere in New York City on Monday.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 29 July 2025
He is expected to immediately assume the acting role at 5:01 p.m., granting him up to 210 additional days to serve without Senate confirmation, two Justice Department officials told the Washington Examiner.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for confirmation
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Republican lawmakers and state attorneys general have challenged the basis of those recommendations, arguing that the evidence used to support them is insubstantial.—
Selena Simmons-Duffin,
NPR,
1 Aug. 2025
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Authorities matched a black Kia Stinger seen near the park and DNA evidence to McGann after surveillance footage placed him at the scene.—
Christina Coulter,
People.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Separately, Burke said there is a growing popularity with e-motorcycles, which require the rider to have a driver’s license, proof of insurance, and state registration.—
Daniel I. Dorfman,
Chicago Tribune,
28 July 2025
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Over 15 million votes have already been cast by fans across partner teams—proof that this is not speculative hype but a mainstream trend.—
Julian La Picque,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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The department confirmed that neither grand jury received live testimony from Epstein’s victims or any alleged co-conspirators.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
30 July 2025
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Investigators believe Vega was killed to prevent her testimony Sheriff’s Office detectives said Young's motive was to prevent Vega from testifying in a 2020 criminal case in which he was accused of robbing her at gunpoint.—
Perry Vandell,
AZCentral.com,
30 July 2025
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As reported in Harvard Business Review, U.S. physicians spend 34% to 55% of their workday on documentation and EHR reviews—cutting into face time with patients and weakening the patient-provider relationship.—
Shimite Obialo,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Mesa’s Parks and Recreation Department’s overtime authorization process requires direct supervisor approval and documentation of justification, according to the city.—
Maritza Dominguez,
AZCentral.com,
24 July 2025
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The fact that weed's heart dangers have ever been anything less than a national story is a testament to how successful the marijuana industry, its advocates in the media, and the politicians it's coopted have been at reputation management.—
Kevin Sabet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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Meloni’s ability to win over skeptics is partly a testament to her evident talents.—
Massimo Calabresi,
Time,
24 July 2025
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“Confirmation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confirmation. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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