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certify

[sur-tuh-fahy] / ˈsɜr təˌfaɪ /


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This 12-point program aims to certify territories that are capable of anticipating a tsunami risk, prepare their populations and coordinate an appropriate response.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

County election officials must certify results by July 2.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

“The analysis reveals how food and chemical companies have exploited a loophole in federal law in order to certify that their own new additives are ‘generally recognized as safe,’ or GRAS,” Benesh writes.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

If it doesn’t get an exemption, the company has to certify that its vehicles still meet all of the federal vehicle safety standards.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

“Well, then, it’s up to me to certify you, isn’t it?”

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman




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