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

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, a Democrat, said he understood the risk of people trying to bear witness and document the actions of federal agents.

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

The assembled liturgical objects, save one, bear witness to the highest levels of European artistry and craftsmanship of the period.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 12, 2025

What were the thoughts of Elisha when night came, and he was alone where no eye could see, and no tongue bear witness, save only the trumpetlike tongue of God?

From "Go Tell It on the Mountain" by James Baldwin