1
as in to verify
to give evidence or testimony to the truth or factualness of
a witness independently validated the policeman's version of events
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2
as in to prove
to show the existence or truth of by evidence
the booming economy in and of itself validated the soundness of the government's economic policies
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Recent Examples of validate
If things go according to plan, the reactor will validate Thea's design and be a fuel source for the rest of the industry.
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ArsTechnica, 1 Apr. 2025
Fiber identification technology can validate whether products—including yarns, textiles and finished goods—have genuine Lenzing fibers.
—Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 1 Apr. 2025
Whereas empathy can lead to emotional entanglement that can distort decision-making, compassionate objectivity acknowledges and validates emotions without being overtaken by them.
—Tim Maurer, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
Mothers who had kids in quick succession, like her, validated why their experience was challenging.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
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ArsTechnica, 1 Apr. 2025
Fiber identification technology can validate whether products—including yarns, textiles and finished goods—have genuine Lenzing fibers.
—Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 1 Apr. 2025
Whereas empathy can lead to emotional entanglement that can distort decision-making, compassionate objectivity acknowledges and validates emotions without being overtaken by them.
—Tim Maurer, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
Mothers who had kids in quick succession, like her, validated why their experience was challenging.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for validate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for validate
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The Department of Energy also made financial offers to workers to resign on Monday, according to a report by E&E News that Reuters could not immediately verify.—
Leah Douglas,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2025
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Always be cautious if a familiar voice asks for unusual requests or personal details, and verify the call independently if in doubt.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2025
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Hiltz dropped a personal best in the 800-meter yesterday, proving to be one of the favorites to earn the large prize.—
Katelyn Hutchison,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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That has already been proven with Franklin D. Roosevelt.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Apr. 2025
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Variety confirms the project, which does not have an official title, is being set up at Netflix, where Fincher has a first-look deal.—
J. Kim Murphy,
Variety,
2 Apr. 2025
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The Pasadena Police Department confirmed a police report was filed, but referred all questions on the case to the Pasadena Unified School District.—
Nathan Solis,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2025
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Regional hubs have been established in North America, China, France, Sweden, and Spain to cover the specific requirements and automotive regulations of the respective countries.—
Jeanette Rohr,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Robertson, a former sheriff’s deputy, has been the leading opponent against past measures to compensate people and to establish a law to let legal experts make that decision instead of legislators.—
Charlotte Kramon,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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Physical resistance is not required on the part of the victim to demonstrate lack of consent.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
7 Apr. 2025
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After initially demonstrating resilience to the Trump administration’s tariff increases, the country’s stock markets fell off a cliff as investors returned from an extended holiday weekend.—
Yue Wang,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Validate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/validate. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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