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affirmation

[af-er-mey-shuhn] / ˌæf ərˈmeɪ ʃən /


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More often, it is an affirmation of where home feels strongest.

From BBC Jun. 29, 2026

“I hope this center will serve as an affirmation of just how special, how precious our democracy truly is,” Obama said during his remarks.

From Salon Jun. 21, 2026

Gromov said he saw "quite high" chances of a full commercial deal being struck, while Korolev was more hesitant, expecting only "affirmation of political support, not final agreements".

From Barron's May 19, 2026

They are, at their best, an affirmation of meaning and sacrifice.

From The Wall Street Journal May 15, 2026

Chris smiled and sort of nodded, a response that Walt and Billie took as an affirmation that he would visit them in Annandale before the summer was out, and then they said their good-byes.

From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer

The AI at this point will only give you affirmations of your own power or things you like.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 16, 2026

Positive affirmations were driving the healthcare sector higher.

From Barron's Jun. 4, 2026

In comparison to the self-help affirmations of “Deeper Well,” her writing is grounded and relatable.

From The Wall Street Journal May 5, 2026

The affirmations by Democratic and Republican lawmakers were made after viewing footage of the 2 September double-strike incident and hearing from Adm Frank Bradley in closed-door hearings.

From BBC Dec. 4, 2025

“Every problem is a solution in disguise,” Shanti said, echoing one of the Miss Teen Dream manual’s affirmations.

From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray




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