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the basic beliefs or guiding principles of a person or group Jefferson's collected writings constitute his political testament

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Recent Examples of testament As the nation’s only Catholic Historically Black College and University (HBCU), Xavier is a living testament to the power of learning and an unwavering commitment to social justice. Essence, 8 May 2025 That the two strands manage to connect is a testament to Whitaker’s clarity and organizational skills as a writer, and his experience as a journalist. Chris Vognar, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2025 Take a scenic train ride through the Yukon Route, a testament to the accomplishment of early pioneers that’s filled with stunning views. Disney Cruise Line, AFAR Media, 7 May 2025 Urban’s 18-year span between top new artist and entertainer of the year is the longest of any recipient and is a testament to his enduring career. Melinda Newman, Billboard, 5 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for testament
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Noun
  • The audit found that nearly 40% of all 650 evidence bags and almost a third of all firearms weren't documented before being stored in the evidence room.
    CBS News, CBS News, 9 May 2025
  • When Elsbeth sits in on a rehearsal, she’s first dismayed by the script’s accusations of evidence planting, then delighted to see Mateo (probably her favorite perp to date), and finally, puzzled by how much the actors openly loathe their director.
    Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 9 May 2025
Noun
  • For anyone in the audience who may not know much about Bernie Sanders, Adomian’s line about one percent of the audience’s monopoly on the legroom quickly establishes his philosophy.
    John Roy, Vulture, 8 May 2025
  • But at the same time, much of Means’s philosophy toward health doesn’t seem that objectionable.
    Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 8 May 2025
Noun
  • With that, there is little the GOP dominated Congress can or would do to reign Trump in on this abuse of the Act without a veto proof bill shutting down his initiative.
    Dominic Patten, Deadline, 4 May 2025
  • The eclectic crowd is proof of just how much Hernández’s career has ballooned as the 27-year-old comedian has leapfrogged his way to stardom on Saturday Night Live.
    Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 2 May 2025
Noun
  • Although the origins of the doctrine remain in some dispute, most scholars cite its first mention in ancient Roman law.
    Alexandra Klass, The Conversation, 2 May 2025
  • His isolationist tariff doctrine has already hit other major U.S. trade partners with sweeping duties on automobiles, steel and general imports.
    Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
Noun
  • And they – their testimony was proven not to be accurate, that the president was not tying aid to Ukraine to the investigation.
    CBS News, CBS News, 4 May 2025
  • Witness testimony The government has identified four victims in court filings who are expected to testify at trial.
    Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Money, 3 May 2025
Noun
  • The financial architecture of the next decade will not be defined solely by regulation or ideology.
    Azeem Khan, Forbes.com, 4 May 2025
  • The ideology underlying Western landscape painting is one in which humans are stewards and masters of the natural realm, a view of nature as a resource to be exploited, first by colonial empires and now by extractive industry.
    Naima Morelli, Artforum, 1 May 2025
Noun
  • Federal case records show the company has not filed any documentation since Illston issued her ruling.
    Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 12 May 2025
  • But Camero didn’t have proper documentation, which prompted a call to U.S. Border Patrol, and Camero was detained.
    Ashley Mackin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 May 2025
Noun
  • Leverage compelling testimonials, robust case studies and strategic referrals to build trust.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
  • Her website includes the spa’s full range of services and real client testimonials.
    Jennifer Pierce, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2025

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“Testament.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/testament. Accessed 16 May. 2025.

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