1
as in certainty
a state of mind in which one is free from doubt
spoke with conviction about her political beliefs
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2
as in belief
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge
held deep convictions about life after death
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Recent Examples of conviction
The image quickly drew criticism from councillors and members of the community, referencing Radke’s criminal past, including prior convictions for domestic violence and assault in 2012.
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Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 24 Mar. 2025
Ultimately, in March 2015, the Supreme Court of Italy overturned the convictions in a final decision.
—Rachel Brodsky, Rolling Stone, 24 Mar. 2025
Hood was fired from the Department of Correction after his conviction, officials said.
—Roni Jacobson, New York Daily News, 15 Mar. 2025
In November 2022, following their conviction, a federal judge sentenced Todd to 12 years in prison and 16 months probation and Julie to seven years in prison, plus 16 months probation, according to Insider and Fox 5 Atlanta.
—Diane J. Cho, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
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Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 24 Mar. 2025
Ultimately, in March 2015, the Supreme Court of Italy overturned the convictions in a final decision.
—Rachel Brodsky, Rolling Stone, 24 Mar. 2025
Hood was fired from the Department of Correction after his conviction, officials said.
—Roni Jacobson, New York Daily News, 15 Mar. 2025
In November 2022, following their conviction, a federal judge sentenced Todd to 12 years in prison and 16 months probation and Julie to seven years in prison, plus 16 months probation, according to Insider and Fox 5 Atlanta.
—Diane J. Cho, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conviction
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However, one certainty is that the proposal will negatively impact all levels of education – from early childhood to graduate and post-doctoral education and training.—
Noreen Sugrue,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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Invisible network Related Articles Business group hopes President Trump provides tariffs, tax certainty Elon Musk is one of the few winners from Trump auto tariffs Car prices will surge by thousands of dollars because of Trump’s tariffs.—
Bruce Yandle,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2025
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The belief in twin flames has been around for centuries, since ancient Greece at least.—
Christina Pérez,
Vogue,
29 Mar. 2025
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The secular mindset that emerged from the Enlightenment — the belief that religion would fade while science delivered heaven on earth — has failed.—
Mike Woodruff,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Mar. 2025
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While SpaceX has a clear advantage in number of launches, schedule assurance, and pricing—and reliability comparable to ULA—Bruno has recently touted the Vulcan rocket's ability to maneuver over long periods in space as a differentiator.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
5 Apr. 2025
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President Tshisekedi, who has compared the situation in his country to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, recently mentioned being open to a mining deal with the U.S., but has not said if reciprocal issues, like security assurances, are part of that.—
Kate Bartlett,
NPR,
3 Apr. 2025
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Comments on opinion articles may be emailed to letters@nytimes.com.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
3 Apr. 2025
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The opinions expressed in this article are not intended to replace any professional or expert accounting and/or tax advice whatsoever.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Mars enters Leo on the 18th, which should give you the strength to embrace major transformation this month with confidence.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Apr. 2025
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Still, Spoelstra said the newfound confidence could go a long way.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2025
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If the issue isn’t fully resolved, take a break and return to it later with a clearer mind.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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That’s one thing that comes to mind, the folks whose daily lives are being impacted by transportation.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Mar. 2025
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His tenure was marked by innovation in cloud-first systems and data architecture that elevated operational agility and customer satisfaction.—
Peter High,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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The other problem is that any satisfaction that comes with this toxic type of purpose is fleeting.—
Dr. Jordan Grumet, Contributor,
CNBC,
4 Apr. 2025
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Those negative opinions of Musk are bleeding over into negative views of Tesla, especially among those who identify as liberals.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
2 Apr. 2025
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The budget resolution's release comes as the majority leader and Senate Budget Committee Republicans met with President Trump earlier Wednesday at the White House, where Thune said committee members aired their views with the president.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Conviction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conviction. Accessed 11 Apr. 2025.
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