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character reference

NOUN
formal recommendation
Synonyms
WEAK
certificate of character good character good word letter of introduction letter of recommendation letter of reference recommendation reference testimonial voucher

Example Sentences

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The court was told that Sumner wanted to rebuild his relationship with his stepson and had written him a character reference.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Graddie Lane, 68, manager of a wine shop, offered a character reference for the mayor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

At one point, Brunson texted Saleem several short videos of Tito and Jermaine Jackson talking about him in what appeared to be, at least in one case, the digital version of a character reference.

From Washington Post • Mar. 11, 2023

Still, Mr. Clinton was able to offer a warm character reference for Mr. Biden, with whom he has enjoyed a mostly genial political relationship for decades.

From New York Times • Aug. 18, 2020

In most cases, a character reference letter will be written by a close relative or friend who understands the personal nuances of the parent in question.

From Encyclopedia.com • Jun. 12, 2018