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something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim
the plaintiff's case rests largely on the testimony of several scientists with no known expertise in that field
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Recent Examples of testimony
But documents obtained by The Guardian and The Associated Press undermine that testimony.
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Matt Brown, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
Second, Murdaugh’s attorneys have argued in legal briefs already submitted in the appeal that the wide-ranging testimony about and evidence of Murdaugh’s financial crimes was prejudicial and should have been limited or completely excluded from his 2023 murder trial.
—Dianne Gallagher, CNN Money, 10 Feb. 2026
According to testimony from a preliminary hearing held Tuesday in El Cajon Superior Court, the 49-year-old victim sustained 23 stab wounds to her neck, chest and abdomen.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
Emotional testimony from a South Florida family whose 10-year-old son was shot and killed could play a key role in deciding whether a man already serving a life sentence will now face the death penalty.
—Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
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Matt Brown, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
Second, Murdaugh’s attorneys have argued in legal briefs already submitted in the appeal that the wide-ranging testimony about and evidence of Murdaugh’s financial crimes was prejudicial and should have been limited or completely excluded from his 2023 murder trial.
—Dianne Gallagher, CNN Money, 10 Feb. 2026
According to testimony from a preliminary hearing held Tuesday in El Cajon Superior Court, the 49-year-old victim sustained 23 stab wounds to her neck, chest and abdomen.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
Emotional testimony from a South Florida family whose 10-year-old son was shot and killed could play a key role in deciding whether a man already serving a life sentence will now face the death penalty.
—Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for testimony
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Wall Street wants to see evidence that these enormous expenditures will result in actual profits.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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Cayenne Initial evidence suggests that combining turmeric with cayenne pepper may yield even stronger anti-inflammatory benefits.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
5 Feb. 2026
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Whether Silicon Valley’s early embrace becomes an asset or a liability may depend on how voters interpret the flood of tech money — as proof of confidence in a pragmatic mayor or as a sign that the industry is trying to shape the state’s political future.—
Grace Hase,
Mercury News,
12 Feb. 2026
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Sources told The Times that authorities have no proof the person who authored the ransom notes has Guthrie.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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After making a short list of preferred firms, review client testimonials and success rates.—
Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone
February 10,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Feb. 2026
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The defendants are also prohibited from making misleading representations related to earnings claims, testimonials, and the use of artificial intelligence.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
28 Jan. 2026
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Those policies undermine trust, discourage victims and witnesses from coming forward, and make communities less safe.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Feb. 2026
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It is believed that many Christians keep the ashes on their forehead throughout the day as a witness to their faith.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Testimony.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/testimony. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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