affirm

Example Sentences

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"Today, we come together in solemn solidarity to affirm truth and pursue a route to healing and reparative justice. The adoption of this resolution serves as a safeguard against forgetting," said Mahama.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

Upholding these bans would affirm that professional standards and evidence-based practices still govern licensed treatment.

From Slate • Mar. 11, 2026

And they should ask how they handle applications that require candidates to affirm they are the ones submitting their résumés.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

"It will be a moment of pause to reflect and affirm that hatred and violence will never define us as Australians."

From BBC • Dec. 20, 2025

I condemn and affirm, say no and say yes, say yes and say no.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison