bear witness

[bair wit-nis] / ˈbɛər ˈwɪt nɪs /

VERB

vouch for

Synonyms

WEAK

attest confirm corroborate demonstrate depose evidence evince prove show testify testify to

Example Sentences

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And some simply bear witness to the grief that, almost a year later, still bubbles up.

From Los Angeles Times

Once a year they give it vitamins, but for the most part they just bear witness to it.

From Los Angeles Times

“This lawsuit bears witness not only to my story, but to more than a thousand people,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

Because bearing witness is not easy or simple.

From Salon

Whatever the intent of bearing witness to her story, the men vocalized accountability and the desire to heal.

From Salon