bona fides

Example Sentences

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He was “perceptive, meticulous, and scrupulous,” Mr. Ireland writes, and came by his revolutionary bona fides honestly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

But the writers are never not looking for ways to assert their intellectual or even theological bona fides.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

On paper, Wambsganss’ conservative bona fides were unmatched by many GOP candidates seeking office in Texas.

From Salon • Feb. 3, 2026

Unfortunately, with little education, few bona fides and a sketchy reputation, Dooley received no credit for the discovery.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 31, 2025

Hence it’s not surprising that climbers are typically wary of joining forces with those whose bona fides are unknown to them.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer