bona fides
Example Sentences
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He was “perceptive, meticulous, and scrupulous,” Mr. Ireland writes, and came by his revolutionary bona fides honestly.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026
Coach continues to prominently advertise its sustainability credentials when other brands have backed off marketing their environmental bona fides.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026
On paper, Wambsganss’ conservative bona fides were unmatched by many GOP candidates seeking office in Texas.
From Salon • Feb. 3, 2026
Unfortunately, with little education, few bona fides and a sketchy reputation, Dooley received no credit for the discovery.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 31, 2025
It’s the point at which you establish your bona fides as a speaker, grab the audience’s attention, and hope to keep it.
From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith
