as in beliefs
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 convictions
In contrast, prosecutors argued the convictions should stand.
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Dianne Gallagher, CNN Money, 13 May 2026
Court records show Hamilton has theft and burglary convictions dating back to the 1990s.
—Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Both convictions were overturned in the mid-2000s.
—CBS News, 13 May 2026
Moore will reflect on her acclaimed career, the artistic choices and convictions that have guided her work, and her belief in cinema as a space for responsibility and meaningful progress.
—William Earl, Variety, 13 May 2026
South Carolina’s Supreme Court has overturned two murder convictions against Alex Murdaugh.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 13 May 2026
The South Carolina Supreme Court on Wednesday overturned disgraced attorney Alex Murdaugh’s double murder convictions and life sentence, ordering a new trial in the killings of his wife and son.
—Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 13 May 2026
However, on Wednesday, May 13, the South Carolina Supreme Court unanimously overturned his murder convictions and life sentence, paving the way for a new trial.
—Nicole Acosta, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Following his criminal convictions, he was placed in removal proceedings and issued a final order of removal by a judge.
—Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
Dianne Gallagher, CNN Money, 13 May 2026
Court records show Hamilton has theft and burglary convictions dating back to the 1990s.
—Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Both convictions were overturned in the mid-2000s.
—CBS News, 13 May 2026
Moore will reflect on her acclaimed career, the artistic choices and convictions that have guided her work, and her belief in cinema as a space for responsibility and meaningful progress.
—William Earl, Variety, 13 May 2026
South Carolina’s Supreme Court has overturned two murder convictions against Alex Murdaugh.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 13 May 2026
The South Carolina Supreme Court on Wednesday overturned disgraced attorney Alex Murdaugh’s double murder convictions and life sentence, ordering a new trial in the killings of his wife and son.
—Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 13 May 2026
However, on Wednesday, May 13, the South Carolina Supreme Court unanimously overturned his murder convictions and life sentence, paving the way for a new trial.
—Nicole Acosta, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Following his criminal convictions, he was placed in removal proceedings and issued a final order of removal by a judge.
—Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for convictions
Noun
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She surely was also exposed to Madame Charlotte Mentelle’s feminist beliefs and abolitionist leanings.—
Thomas Mallon,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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In certain lines of questioning from the prosecution, the Gheorghius’ personal beliefs seem to be on trial as much as their parenting.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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In other corners, opinions ran hot about rampant nudity in the Austrian Pavilion.—
Sebastian Smee,
The Atlantic,
16 May 2026
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An outspoken policy wonk who has appeared frequently on national television, McCaughey is quick on her feet and ready to offer opinions on a moment’s notice on health care, housing, taxes, and any other issue.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
16 May 2026
Noun
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Again, no details, and fans' minds are wandering as far as this being an arena or battle royale mode, but that would be a little surprising.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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For more than 157 years, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution has been the South’s source for culture, community, and news for curious minds.—
AJC.com,
AJC.com,
15 May 2026
Noun
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When the Moon enters Taurus, simple words give your feelings somewhere safe to land.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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But with Ben White down injured after 26 minutes and forced off, Arsenal’s season depended on Arteta and his gut feelings again.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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The spa The bright-white spa has six treatment rooms, an adults-only infinity pool with panoramic ocean views, and a full-service salon.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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There’s a reason the video has more than 16 million views in 22 hours since it was posted.—
Jon Root OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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“Convictions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convictions. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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