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certify

[sur-tuh-fahy] / ˈsɜr təˌfaɪ /


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According to the law governing living wills in India, two medical boards must certify that a patient meets the necessary criteria before their life support can be withdrawn.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

The company doesn’t generate significant sales yet as it works to certify its aircraft for commercial service.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

“We’ll see some power-producing ports before 10 years’ time” and eventually nuclear-powered containerships, says Christopher Wiernicki, chief executive officer of the American Bureau of Shipping, which will have to certify the safety of nuclear-powered vessels.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 29, 2025

The legal action notes that employers must certify to the government that their hiring of visa workers will not negatively affect American wages or working conditions.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 12, 2025

Now he has a degree to certify his nosiness.

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas