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the basic beliefs or guiding principles of a person or group Jefferson's collected writings constitute his political testament

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Recent Examples of testament The American criminal system is deeply, deeply flawed, and this is a testament to Ryan’s impact on culture. Mikey O'Connell, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Nov. 2024 The walk-in closets are a testament to the attention to details, providing ample storage and a touch of glamour to daily life. Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2024 Sending rovers to another planet with no hope of maintenance or repair stops is a testament to the reliability and durability of this design. New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2024 Tour is a testament to their rapid ascent and ongoing success. Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for testament 
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Noun
  • While some evidence of its pylon was identified by investigations that took place in the early 1900s, the feature had not been excavated until the latest efforts conducted by the Tübingen team, supported by the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.
    Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
  • There has been evidence showing that the out-of-home food environment has impacts on childhood energy intake.
    Anuradha Varanasi, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Four-Star Hotels 1 Hotel South Beach 1 Hotel South Beach was developed with the philosophy that those who travel the world also care about its well-being.
    Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
  • O’Neill also worked on some of Thiel’s signature projects, often reflecting his libertarian philosophy.
    Carla K. Johnson, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Volkov had offered as proof of authenticity the fact that the composer had signed one page of each chapter.
    Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 21 Nov. 2024
  • On-site registration is required; bring an ID and a piece of mail as proof of residence in the 53206 ZIP code.
    Sarah Volpenhein, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • The use of what Vladimir Putin said was a ballistic missile with multiple warheads in offensive combat is a clear departure from decades of the Cold War doctrine of deterrence.
    Brad Lendon, CNN, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a new nuclear doctrine Tuesday lowering the threshold of use for nuclear weapons, days after the U.S. authorized Ukraine's use of the long-range missiles.
    Ivana Saric, Axios, 20 Nov. 2024
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  • At that emotional hearing, Judge Rupert Wilhoit found probable cause that Stines had shot Mullins and allowed the case to move forward after attendees were shown a 24-second video of the shooting and heard testimony from a Kentucky State Police detective who's investigated the case.
    Lucas Aulbach, The Courier-Journal, 22 Nov. 2024
  • The task force has been working for two years, hearing testimony from experts and local government advocates about all kinds of taxes, from income to property and corporate taxes.
    Kayla Dwyer, The Indianapolis Star, 21 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • This full-length video captures their creative process and ideology while chronicling the movement’s beginnings and first year’s effects.
    Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
  • This marked a resurgence of a long tradition of American border vigilantism that had been riddled with violence and white supremacist ideology.
    Tess Owen, WIRED, 21 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • The company's management has identified material weaknesses in its internal control over financial reporting, primarily due to insufficient resources and inadequate documentation of internal control policies.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 19 Nov. 2024
  • Studio walked you through your first project, but the documentation does a decent enough job of answering many questions.
    Jordan Minor, PCMAG, 11 Nov. 2024
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  • No vague promises or fluffy testimonials. Pick your best client result each week.
    Jodie Cook, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Some retailers host live sessions in a QVC-style format, guiding viewers through the various washes and fits, while others share relatable OOTD testimonials that resonate with their audiences.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Nov. 2024

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“Testament.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/testament. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

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