declaration
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
The lawsuit seeks reinstatement, damages and a declaration that the college acted unlawfully.
From Salon ● Aug. 2, 2026
The declaration is a public sign that the EA is stepping up its response to the dry conditions, including increased monitoring and controls on how much water can be taken from rivers and groundwater.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
He wrote in a declaration filed with the court last week that former government officials have been reluctant to engage, concerned about becoming targets for speaking about “topics that are neither sensitive nor confidential.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
That debate over the declaration helped engender the equal citizenship amendments added to the 1789 Constitution at the Civil War’s end—specifically, as the Supreme Court recounts, in the 14th Amendment’s first sentence repudiating Dred Scott.
From Slate ● Jul. 24, 2026
On June 12, 1963, President Kennedy announced that he would deliver to Congress a strong civil rights bill, a declaration that transformed him into a widely recognized ally of the Civil Rights Movement.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
A filing from late June included declarations from former classmates that Doe’s attorney, Zach Rosenblatt, said corroborated his client’s claims.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
No declarations about what time he would run or what record he would beat.
From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026
They are legal filings, but they are also declarations or pleas to a judge: The government simply cannot keep this person locked away or trapped in servitude.
From Slate ● Jul. 27, 2026
Maria believed she was romancing a prince from Dubai, captivated by his flirtatious smile and declarations of affection he showered on her during live video calls.
From Barron's ● Jul. 3, 2026
He didn’t use a special pen or make any kind of statements or declarations.
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
Vocabulary lists containing declaration
Dred Scott v. Sandford (1857)
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Martin Luther King, Jr.'s "I have a dream" speech
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Iroquois Constitution
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
