as in assertion
a solemn and often public declaration of the truth or existence of something
once the delegates had made the declaration that the colonies were henceforth independent of Great Britain, their fate was sealed
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Recent Examples of declaration
This declaration of wrestling royalty hits many fans strongly.
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Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
The proposal aims to protect minors, according to the legislative declaration.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 31 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, Deputy Italian Prime Minister Matteo Salvini described the ruling as a declaration of war by Brussels and called Le Pen his friend.
—Astha Rajvanshi, NBC news, 31 Mar. 2025
The order also specifies that the federal government provide funding for the continuing restoration of Independence Hall in Philadelphia, where the declaration was signed.
—Zachary Small, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
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Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
The proposal aims to protect minors, according to the legislative declaration.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 31 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, Deputy Italian Prime Minister Matteo Salvini described the ruling as a declaration of war by Brussels and called Le Pen his friend.
—Astha Rajvanshi, NBC news, 31 Mar. 2025
The order also specifies that the federal government provide funding for the continuing restoration of Independence Hall in Philadelphia, where the declaration was signed.
—Zachary Small, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for declaration
Noun
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But, characteristic of Schliemann’s assertions, there was little hard evidence to back up his sweeping claims.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
1 Apr. 2025
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At the time, Democrat senators pushed back against the assertion.—
Ellen Mitchell,
The Hill,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The prince, also known as the Duke of York, repeatedly denied the claims.—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2025
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Or Russia’s claim to be the guardian of traditional, conservative values while demanding respect for its dominance over its neighbors.—
Michael Miklaucic,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The director’s insistence on no-frills digital photography adds to the grittiness of the images, rendering them profoundly real.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
30 Mar. 2025
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But Zelensky's insistence that the United States continue isolating Putin underscores Kyiv's fear that Western concessions—especially around sanctions—could erode international leverage.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Mar. 2025
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Liza Minnelli is producing, and does the pre-show announcement.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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The tariff announcement was not a surprise, but its magnitude was.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
7 Apr. 2025
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President Trump signed a proclamation on March 14 igniting the wartime powers that have only been used three other times in U.S. history.—
Rebecca Beitsch,
The Hill,
8 Apr. 2025
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Trump's 25% tariffs on automobile parts are due to take effect no later than May 3, according to the president's proclamation.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Declaration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/declaration. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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