bear witness
Example Sentences
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Effectively, I was the first to bear witness to the obviously caring burial of someone's child that occurred over 11,000 years ago.
From Science Daily • May 20, 2026
That is why I, JD, am here to bear witness and explain it so that all—yes, even the Romans, will come to acknowledge the truth.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026
"Suffice it to say, the trip was an honor. I had a chance to bear witness, and I witnessed the best of America," he said.
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, a Democrat, said he understood the risk of people trying to bear witness and document the actions of federal agents.
From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026
Or would it bear witness again as we destroyed ourselves, leaving nothing behind but a living cloud of our knowledge, accomplishments, and so-called wisdom?
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
