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as in voice
an act, process, or means of putting something into words
a careful statement of the legal case before the court
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as in word
something that is said
her statement was met with considerable skepticism
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Recent Examples of statement
His parents also spoke during the sentencing and in their statements expressed the pain of losing their son and anger with the Idaho Department of Correction for housing their him with James Johnson.
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Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 5 Apr. 2025
Dylan Grant, 24, was competing in an Xtreme Bulls event at the Wharton County Youth Fair in Wharton, Texas, on Thursday when he was bucked off by a bull and then stepped on by the animal in the second round, the PRCA said in a statement on Friday.
—Megan Forrester, ABC News, 4 Apr. 2025
In recent weeks, the Trump administration put European leaders on their heels with sudden policy reversals and unpredictable statements on Ukraine, NATO, and the US government's long-term backstopping of European security.
—Ars Technica, 23 Mar. 2025
The Vatican's broadcaster also read in English a statement from the pontiff issued by the Holy See Press Office.
—Danielle Wallace, Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025
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Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 5 Apr. 2025
Dylan Grant, 24, was competing in an Xtreme Bulls event at the Wharton County Youth Fair in Wharton, Texas, on Thursday when he was bucked off by a bull and then stepped on by the animal in the second round, the PRCA said in a statement on Friday.
—Megan Forrester, ABC News, 4 Apr. 2025
In recent weeks, the Trump administration put European leaders on their heels with sudden policy reversals and unpredictable statements on Ukraine, NATO, and the US government's long-term backstopping of European security.
—Ars Technica, 23 Mar. 2025
The Vatican's broadcaster also read in English a statement from the pontiff issued by the Holy See Press Office.
—Danielle Wallace, Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for statement
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In order to approve legislation using the reconciliation maneuver, lawmakers must first approve a budget resolution and direct committees to craft bills reconciling spending with the new budget goals.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2025
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Kent Nishimura | Getty Images Trump is targeting Sen. Mitch McConnell and three other Republican senators in a critical Truth Social post, urging them to oppose a bill that would undo U.S. tariffs on Canada.—
Dan Mangan,Kevin Breuninger,Jesse Pound,Christina Wilkie,Megan Cassella,Erin Doherty,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2025
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Key features include customizable avatars, training with multiple information sources, over 1,000 templates, voice and phone agents, WhatsApp integration, and embeddable chatbots.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Doctors have said his voice has been weakened by his illness.—
Danielle Wallace,
Fox News,
23 Mar. 2025
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The words would be heard many times at Southside Park and in Sacramento streets as the day honoring Chavez’s legacy unfolded.—
Cathie Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Investigators say a man approached a group of people on a sidewalk and exchanged words before a weapon was fired, FOX 5 reported.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Her bank accounts, credit cards and possessions left untouched.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Mar. 2025
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The deadline to submit expenses for some flexible spending accounts is quickly approaching.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2025
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As astute observers have noted, that formulation suggests Team Trump is comfortable letting Iran retain a measure of its nuclear potential, and might even consider removing sanctions without a comprehensive dismantling of its atomic effort.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2025
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Thanks to jojoba oil and a blend of fruit extracts, the formulation is nourishing, easily blendable, and streak-resistant.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
1 Apr. 2025
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Surprise, Arizona In the hours, even days, after the best Royals season in a decade, an array of flattering messages flooded the phone of manager Matt Quatraro.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
23 Mar. 2025
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Stockport prevailed both times as Wrexham finished runners-up, hence those two planes flying over the Racecourse Ground in triumph with a variation of the message, ‘STFC — Champions’.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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Financial plans are living documents, and a responsible advisor will adapt your strategy to reflect life changes, market developments, or shifts in your priorities.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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The Kremlin said Monday that no documents have been signed yet, but there is interest in cooperation.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2025
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While they’ll never be highly valued, these cars are an exquisite expression of Pininfarina design flair at its very best.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
4 Apr. 2025
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Tech billionaires like Mark Zuckerberg enshrined the zip-up as a power move, styling it with Adidas slides and an expression of monotony.—
Boutayna Chokrane,
Wired News,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Statement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/statement. Accessed 9 Apr. 2025.
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