testify (to)

as in to guarantee
to declare (something) to be true or genuine that auction house will always testify to a painting's authenticity

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Verb
  • It was built after decades of fraud to guarantee that votes are counted, verified, and trusted.
    Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 May 2025
  • Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ missile defense plan was inspired by Israel’s multitiered defenses Israeli leaders say the system isn’t 100% guaranteed, but credit it with preventing serious damage and countless casualties.
    Kazem Kazerounian, Hartford Courant, 29 May 2025
Verb
  • That image, and Hawley’s subsequent refusal to certify the results of the Electoral College, would permanently tarnish his reputation, many observers thought at the time.
    Eyal Press, New Yorker, 30 May 2025
  • This is the gold standard for certifying the jacket will hold up under adverse conditions and perform as promised.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 30 May 2025
Verb
  • Watkins’ conviction was overturned in 2023, affirming his innocence after years of efforts by his family and the Georgia Innocence Project, according to the lawsuit.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 6 June 2025
  • Illinois hospital emergency departments must continue to provide abortions when necessary to pregnant women whose health is in danger, despite a change in federal guidance earlier this week, state leaders affirmed Wednesday.
    Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2025
Verb
  • The best petite denim skirts Those who have a little less natural height can attest that most skirts purchased are immediately dropped off at the tailor for hemming.
    Avery Matera, Glamour, 30 May 2025
  • Those of us who haven’t blotted the ’24 Sox out of our membranes can attest that the Rockies are substantially worse for one big reason — there is no Garrett Crochet on the staff to save them every fifth day.
    Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 26 May 2025
Verb
  • Gradual unwind Other analysts say the carry trade impact may not be as severe as witnessed last year.
    Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 28 May 2025
  • Several of Diddy’s former employees described witnessing violence against Cassie.
    Victoria Bekiempis, Vulture, 28 May 2025
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“Testify (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/testify%20%28to%29. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.

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