1
as in to verify
to give evidence or testimony to the truth or factualness of
a witness independently validated the policeman's version of events
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2
as in to prove
to show the existence or truth of by evidence
the booming economy in and of itself validated the soundness of the government's economic policies
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Recent Examples of validate
Amaya came out on a podcast yesterday validating our relationship.
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Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 17 July 2025
The findings, according to the researchers, validate long-standing concerns voiced by community members.
—Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 July 2025
By using wearable tech, this study helped validate what many women have been saying for years—that something real is happening, even when standard tests come back normal.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 16 July 2025
The experience was unifying, validating, and empowering.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 July 2025
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Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 17 July 2025
The findings, according to the researchers, validate long-standing concerns voiced by community members.
—Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 July 2025
By using wearable tech, this study helped validate what many women have been saying for years—that something real is happening, even when standard tests come back normal.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 16 July 2025
The experience was unifying, validating, and empowering.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for validate
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From finding quality products to verifying seller credibility and navigating custom craft templates, here are her top five tips for buying crafts on Etsy.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 July 2025
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Users who verify their humanness with an Orb can claim up to 39 Worldcoin crypto tokens, valued at approximately $45.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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India’s Prime Day 2025 lineup, scheduled July 12-14, proved to be popular with Prime Video members globally.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
22 July 2025
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The English actor, 33, has reportedly signed on to be a regular in a new HBO project, also helmed by Ted Lasso EP Bill Lawrence, which will prove to be a scheduling conflict.—
Julia Moore,
People.com,
22 July 2025
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To ensure your status has been updated, log back into your profile after a few days to confirm you are no longer listed as a donor.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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The victims were all affiliated with the Miami Youth Sailing Foundation, the Miami Yacht Club confirmed in an Instagram statement Monday.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
30 July 2025
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The plan is the department's effort to establish a clear vision while seeking community input to create a roadmap for the department over the next five years.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
24 July 2025
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Tyler argues the document establishes a legally binding trust and intends on filing a separate petition related to the same.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
23 July 2025
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Various chores from the early days of life in Pea Ridge, including corn shelling, apple peeling, using a scrub board, letter stamping at the post office, lace making may be demonstrated.—
Annette Beard,
Arkansas Online,
24 July 2025
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The new molecule can be injected into veins or muscles and has demonstrated its ability to cross the protective 'blood–brain barrier' and effectively reach receptors in brain cells.—
Health Reporter,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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“Validate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/validate. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.
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