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as in to say
to correctly produce the sound of (a word or letter) with one's voice
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as in to recite
to say or announce (something) in an official or formal way
The priest pronounced the blessing. Emotions ran high in the courtroom as the judge pronounced sentence.
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as in to proclaim
to say officially or assertively that (something or someone) is something specified
They pronounced the mission a success. She pronounced them married.
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Chacon was transported by Johnson County Med-Act to a nearby hospital and was later pronounced deceased, police said.
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Laura Bauer
july 12, Kansas City Star, 12 July 2025
One of the passengers in the Rogue, a 16-year-old from New York who was not identified, suffered serious injuries in the crash and was pronounced dead on the scene, the prosecutor’s office said.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 11 July 2025
What To Know Foxcroft was pronounced dead at the scene, and the blaze did not lead to any other casualties, according to local officials.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 July 2025
The 40-year-old man, who had made more than 2,900 skydives, was taken to Rochelle Community Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, per CBS News and WLS-TV.
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 10 July 2025
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Laura Bauer
july 12, Kansas City Star, 12 July 2025
One of the passengers in the Rogue, a 16-year-old from New York who was not identified, suffered serious injuries in the crash and was pronounced dead on the scene, the prosecutor’s office said.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 11 July 2025
What To Know Foxcroft was pronounced dead at the scene, and the blaze did not lead to any other casualties, according to local officials.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 July 2025
The 40-year-old man, who had made more than 2,900 skydives, was taken to Rochelle Community Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, per CBS News and WLS-TV.
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 10 July 2025
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Allegations involving Thompson were made with the Newport Beach Police Department and the California Medical Board more than a year before his arrest, the master complaint says, and the lawsuit alleges that men reported Thompson’s conduct to other Hoag physicians.—
Sean Emery,
Oc Register,
8 July 2025
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The crash was reported shortly after 6:30 a.m. on June 28 at the intersection of West Taylor and Spring streets, San Jose police Officer Tanya Hernandez said in a news release.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
8 July 2025
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Modern translations of the Oath are still recited at most medical schools.—
Arthur L. Kellermann,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Six months later, Congress changed the pledge gesture, with those who recite it placing their right hand over their heart to avoid resembling the Nazi salute.—
AZCentral.com,
AZCentral.com,
3 July 2025
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After the MacArthur Park action, Trump’s disciples proclaimed victory.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 July 2025
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That verdict comes from Paramore frontwoman Hayley Williams, one of a few big names (with Dave Grohl and the band HAIM) who proclaim their fanship.—
Brett Milano,
Boston Herald,
6 July 2025
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Their stories—rooted in resilience, strategy, faith, and fire—speak directly to Black women and girls watching, learning, and preparing to take their place in the lineage of excellence.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
10 July 2025
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The Athletic spoke to several Canadian sports fans, some of them Bills season-ticket holders, who declined to be interviewed over fears their comments could be used against them at the border.—
Tim Graham,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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The responses to use of one of the terms that still can’t be printed or aired in most mainstream news outlets often depends on the affiliation of the person who uttered the word.—
Anthony Man,
Sun Sentinel,
6 July 2025
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In our bubble, that slur was only uttered by crude uncles.—
Charles E. Kraus,
New York Daily News,
4 July 2025
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Exceeding the authority The U.S. Court of International Trade ruled in May that Trump had exceeded his authority by declaring an emergency to impose tariffs without congressional approval.—
Mauricio Savarese,
Los Angeles Times,
11 July 2025
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Just how confident is Vandy? Pavia last month called out Alabama on a national podcast, declaring the Commodores have the talent to beat the Tide again.—
Matt Hayes,
The Tennessean,
11 July 2025
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After the winners were announced, the couples were given two envelopes, one of which contained the $100,000 cash prize and the other didn’t.—
Giana Levy,
Variety,
14 July 2025
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The ranges are sourced from quarterly tax documents, and employers must give their permission for the department to release their names.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
14 July 2025
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Now Bondi and Patel insist that there's nothing there.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
14 July 2025
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Tesla insists its cars are safe as long as drivers remain attentive.—
Joel Rose,
NPR,
14 July 2025
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“Pronounce.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pronounce. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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