bona fides
Example Sentences
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When we met at a Starbucks a block away from City Hall, he rattled off his hometown’s bona fides: A drop in crime and homelessness.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
Despite his bombastic rhetoric, Iran watchers said he has in the past demonstrated some pragmatism, which, combined with his regime bona fides, could position him as a viable interlocutor.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
At the time, players’ fashion bona fides weren’t getting much scrutiny.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026
On paper, Wambsganss’ conservative bona fides were unmatched by many GOP candidates seeking office in Texas.
From Salon • Feb. 3, 2026
It’s the point at which you establish your bona fides as a speaker, grab the audience’s attention, and hope to keep it.
From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith
