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bear witness

[bair wit-nis] / ˈbɛər ˈwɪt nɪs /


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In Ms. Desai’s hands, painting is many things: a source of escape and self-expression for the artist; a portal to memories both true and merely desired; and a way to bear witness to larger histories.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

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

"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

Hundreds had come to the castle gates to bear witness to the burning of the Seven.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin




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