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certify

[sur-tuh-fahy] / ˈsɜr təˌfaɪ /


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The designation will require defense vendors and contractors to certify that they don't use Anthropic's models in their work with the Pentagon.

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

But charities have told BBC News employers will still be able to certify themselves without employing "a single disabled person".

From BBC • Jan. 15, 2026

“We’ll see some power-producing ports before 10 years’ time” and eventually nuclear-powered containerships, says Christopher Wiernicki, chief executive officer of the American Bureau of Shipping, which will have to certify the safety of nuclear-powered vessels.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 29, 2025

The legal action notes that employers must certify to the government that their hiring of visa workers will not negatively affect American wages or working conditions.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 12, 2025

“Well, then, it’s up to me to certify you, isn’t it?”

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman