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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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"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

Brent believed deeply in the responsibility of journalists to document history and bear witness.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

In his address to Minnesotans, Gov. Tim Walz urged residents to bear witness and help to create a record.

From Slate • Jan. 20, 2026

The statement adds that the artefacts "bear witness to the history of the encounter between faith and the cultures of the indigenous peoples".

From BBC • Nov. 15, 2025

I bear Witness that there is no deity but Allah and I bear witness that Muhammad is His Messenger.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers