1
as in certainty
a state of mind in which one is free from doubt
spoke with conviction about her political beliefs
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2
as in belief
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge
held deep convictions about life after death
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Recent Examples of conviction
As a result, the conviction was ultimately vacated, and a retrial was ordered.
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Michaela Zee, Variety, 18 Apr. 2025
The Trump administration has not focused enforcement on individuals with criminal convictions but cast a far broader net in pursuing deportations.
—Stuart Anderson, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
The defense requested Dean issue a withheld judgment in the case, which removes a conviction from a person’s record after fulfilling the sentence and probation requirements.
—Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 17 Apr. 2025
Carlos Ambriz, a 53-year-old Mexican national, made contact with ICE officers while serving a 40-year sentence in the Montana State Prison for a deliberate homicide conviction and was served a notice to appear before an immigration judge.
—Elizabeth Pritchett, FOXNews.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Michaela Zee, Variety, 18 Apr. 2025
The Trump administration has not focused enforcement on individuals with criminal convictions but cast a far broader net in pursuing deportations.
—Stuart Anderson, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
The defense requested Dean issue a withheld judgment in the case, which removes a conviction from a person’s record after fulfilling the sentence and probation requirements.
—Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 17 Apr. 2025
Carlos Ambriz, a 53-year-old Mexican national, made contact with ICE officers while serving a 40-year sentence in the Montana State Prison for a deliberate homicide conviction and was served a notice to appear before an immigration judge.
—Elizabeth Pritchett, FOXNews.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conviction
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But that's just about the only certainty in what could otherwise be a night full of intrigue and surprises.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Without certainty of funding, the project may not advance as originally planned and Denverites will pay the price.—
Jill Locantore,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2025
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But Sarah Harris, the Justice Department attorney who helped defend the parents’ position, said the county has put price on public education at the expense of parents forgoing their religious beliefs.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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For The 1st Time — At Lower Prices Champion their core beliefs Your target customers hold strong opinions about their world.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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The gap between vague assurances and complex data fuels frustration among those waiting.—
Shahar Ziv,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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That means aid workers have no assurance the military won’t strike them.—
Wafaa Shurafa,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2025
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The Guardian newspaper reports that the former Doctor Who star – who appeared in the 2005 film adaptation of Rowling’s book Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire – gave his opinion of Rowling in answer to questions posed by a group of neurodivergent young adults in ITV’s show The Assembly.—
Caroline Frost,
Deadline,
27 Apr. 2025
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After everyone weighs in, Conrad turns to Harry for his opinion.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Perhaps what was most interesting about this year’s festivities were the colors and textures that were utilized to showcase the boisterous personalities and confidence of the players.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
25 Apr. 2025
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Correlation isn’t causation, but continuity and confidence just might be contagious.—
Grant Brisbee,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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Trust in Trump’s economy slips, new poll finds Many Americans voted with their wallets front of mind during the 2024 presidential election.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Here's what to keep in mind when storing your fresh bread on the counter.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
23 Apr. 2025
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Much in the way tiny things make our brains feel in control and organized, vacuuming my car brings me that sense of satisfaction and power over one of the messy aspects of my life.—
Nena Farrell,
Wired News,
19 Apr. 2025
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Polk County prosecutors argued otherwise, and proved their case to the satisfaction of a jury, which convicted Johnson on April 9 of first-degree murder for Loffredo's death.—
William Morris,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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The rule includes everything from followers, likes, views, and comments.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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Madrid have long been publicly vocal whenever the club feels officiating decisions have not gone their way, and club president Florentino Perez has been critical of what many at the Bernabeu view as refereeing bias against their side.—
Ali Rampling,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Conviction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conviction. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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