bear witness

Example Sentences

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"Suffice it to say, the trip was an honor. I had a chance to bear witness, and I witnessed the best of America," he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Logic dictates that England's role on Saturday will be to simply bear witness to France's title-winning coronation.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

In his address to Minnesotans, Gov. Tim Walz urged residents to bear witness and help to create a record.

From Slate • Jan. 20, 2026

As an immigrant himself, Rincon said he has attended protests to bear witness.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

They huddled, trembling, to bear witness to the last seconds of Maniac Magee’s life.

From "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli