1
as in decision
a position arrived at after consideration
the marketing consultant's verdict was that we were doing just fine
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2
as in opinion
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge
was anxious to hear her best friend's verdict on her new boyfriend
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Recent Examples of verdict
Scopes was fined $100 (a verdict later overturned on a technicality).
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Randall Balmer, Twin Cities, 23 July 2025
Few facts of the shooting were in dispute, as attorneys instead in their final arguments sought to probe the mind of Montano after Cook County Judge John Lyke Jr. found — in a win for the defense — that the jury could have the option of rendering the less serious verdict of second-degree murder.
—Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 21 July 2025
The guilty verdict against Hankison came in November, hours after the jury acquitted him of a second count of violating the civil rights of three of Taylor's neighbors, who lived in an adjacent apartment that was also struck by gunfire during the raid.
—Tesfaye Negussie, ABC News, 21 July 2025
The retrial was requested by the CPS after the jury in 2024 could not reach a verdict on whether the pair were guilty of manslaughter, although they were convicted of charges including child cruelty.
—Catherine Nicholls, CNN Money, 19 July 2025
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Randall Balmer, Twin Cities, 23 July 2025
Few facts of the shooting were in dispute, as attorneys instead in their final arguments sought to probe the mind of Montano after Cook County Judge John Lyke Jr. found — in a win for the defense — that the jury could have the option of rendering the less serious verdict of second-degree murder.
—Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 21 July 2025
The guilty verdict against Hankison came in November, hours after the jury acquitted him of a second count of violating the civil rights of three of Taylor's neighbors, who lived in an adjacent apartment that was also struck by gunfire during the raid.
—Tesfaye Negussie, ABC News, 21 July 2025
The retrial was requested by the CPS after the jury in 2024 could not reach a verdict on whether the pair were guilty of manslaughter, although they were convicted of charges including child cruelty.
—Catherine Nicholls, CNN Money, 19 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for verdict
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The decision about whether to transfer the case to adult court will be made by prosecutors at a later date.—
Quinlan Bentley,
The Enquirer,
23 July 2025
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Members of the Board of Zoning Appeals voted 7 to 2 to reject the resident's request to overturn an April decision by the city's Buildings, Safety Engineering, and Environmental Department, or BSEED, which gave a green light to the redevelopment project at 9851 Hamilton.—
JC Reindl,
Freep.com,
23 July 2025
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For the experienced solo traveler: A weeklong Euro trip This is one of the most underrated solo adventures around in my opinion, but being able to navigate not just one foreign country but a few in the span of a week is definitely next level.—
DeAnna Taylor,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Aug. 2025
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The Hustle reached out to some longtime independent swim school operators who hold board positions with the US Swim School Association to ask for their opinions on the influx of chains like Goldfish and others.—
Mark Dent,
HubSpot,
1 Aug. 2025
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Regulators should consider fast-tracking reviews for critical infrastructure projects, and assess potential regulatory impacts at the conclusion of key research and technology development projects.—
Deborah Wince-Smith,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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This is the conclusion of a new analysis by tire experts Local Tire Guys, which used federal data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics' Federal Highway Administration to assess the quality of roads across all 50 states.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 July 2025
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At Obermeyer, that belief is reflected in everything from internal development to community co-creation.—
Simon Mainwaring,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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Ukraine has its own problems with morale and desertion but one sentiment is likely far less prevalent among its ranks: lack of belief in the cause.—
Andrew Carey,
CNN Money,
28 July 2025
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Don’t miss the rooftop deck — perch on the observation bench for panoramic harbor views and drifting Gray Lady fog.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
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Then rise to the rooftop pool—its steamy shimmer offering panoramic views of Bath’s golden skyline.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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Pitchers such as Sandy Alcántara, Edward Cabrera, Mitch Keller, Zac Gallen or Merrill Kelly come to mind as the new targets for the Cubs.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 July 2025
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Thicker gel mattress toppers do cost more, and keep in mind that a thinner gel mattress topper will affect the overall feel of your sleeping experience.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
28 July 2025
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“Verdict.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/verdict. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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