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something presented to show that someone is the person they claim to be
You'll need two forms of identification to register to vote.
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Recent Examples of identification
Iowa’s pre-snap motion and disguised formations caused identification problems for its opponents and even its own defenders in practice.
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Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 29 May 2025
Many parents living in the U.S. without work authorization do not have income documents or U.S. identification documents, such as visas or driver’s licenses.
—Cedar Attanasio, Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2025
His identification with his identity as a waiter provides a refuge from the overwhelming terror of existential freedom.
—Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 25 May 2025
Bring along a collar with identification, a favorite towel or blanket and a two-week supply of water and food.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 May 2025
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Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 29 May 2025
Many parents living in the U.S. without work authorization do not have income documents or U.S. identification documents, such as visas or driver’s licenses.
—Cedar Attanasio, Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2025
His identification with his identity as a waiter provides a refuge from the overwhelming terror of existential freedom.
—Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 25 May 2025
Bring along a collar with identification, a favorite towel or blanket and a two-week supply of water and food.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for identification
Noun
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Experts advise that you are not required to sign documents or provide personal information.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2025
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According to Drumright, virtually all of them were relying on fictitious documents.—
Michael Luo,
New Yorker,
8 June 2025
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By enhancing the precision and completeness of documentation, AI can streamline processes and bolster financial stability.—
London Business School,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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This lack of documentation exposes these communities to disaster capitalism.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
5 June 2025
Noun
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However, some online sellers do not strictly follow these rules and rely on only one method of customer location verification.—
Aleksandra Bal,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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Letters may be up to 200 words and must be signed with your email address, city of residence and daytime phone number for verification.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
8 June 2025
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Shares of stablecoin issuer Circle soared in its NYSE debut today, a validation of crypto’s newfound importance to the American financial system and a symptom of investors starved for new issuances during a long IPO drought.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
5 June 2025
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While more validation and testing is needed, the team believes Enoch may offer experts a new tool to help investigate, correlate, and date ancient texts.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
4 June 2025
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Enforcing multifactor authentication at login alone isn’t enough.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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The multifactor authentication log-in process also has become a key driver of customer satisfaction, while artificial intelligence virtual assistants have fallen short of customer expectations due to limited conversational capabilities and narrow functionality.—
Catherine Muccigrosso,
Charlotte Observer,
3 June 2025
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The video is likely to be used by both prosecutors and defense attorneys as evidence in Dugan's criminal case.—
James Hill,
ABC News,
2 June 2025
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The British narrative drama was an expose of the scandal that engulfed the nation’s Post Office system in the early aughts, and law enforcement’s ruthless pursuit of everyday people despite evidence of their innocence.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
2 June 2025
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Administration officials have also depicted Abrego Garcia, a sheet metal apprentice, as a violent criminal, accusing him—without proof—of being affiliated with MS-13.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
7 June 2025
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No proof was required — the simple act of betraying others was taken as confirmation of loyalty to the political system of the day.—
Jane S. Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2025
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Google's career certificates—offered through platforms like Coursera—can be completed in just three to six months, providing a fast, practical pathway into high-demand AI roles.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Leaving prison with $20 and a high school equivalency certificate, Fauteck straightened up.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
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“Identification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/identification. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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