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as in trust
the right to take possession of goods before paying for them
because of their reputation for not paying their bills, no store will extend the family credit
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as in treasure
an asset that brings praise or renown
your intelligence and dedication are a credit to you, our choice for teacher of the year
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as in belief
mental conviction of the truth of some statement or the reality of some being or phenomenon
I give full credit to this report on the prevalence of cheating among college students today
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as in applause
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
she deserves all the credit, since she did all the work
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as in influence
the power to direct the thinking or behavior of others usually indirectly
despite his legal woes, he has not yet lost all his credit with the administration in the White House
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as in to attribute
to explain (something) as being the result of something else
has to credit his success in picking winning lottery numbers to pure luck
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as in to believe
to regard as right or true
I simply cannot credit that story about the boy who was supposedly raised by wolves
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Recent Examples of credit
Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 27 May 2025
Spanning 17,000 square feet across two floors, the first big reveal for fans is the fountain and orange couch from the show’s opening credits.
—Nevin Martell, USA Today, 27 May 2025
Brittany Talarico, People.com, 28 May 2025
Brewer credits the writers with allowing Janine to grow and change.
—Dana Feldman, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
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Noun
Flight credits issued May 28 or later will expire in six months or a year, depending on the fare type.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 27 May 2025
Spanning 17,000 square feet across two floors, the first big reveal for fans is the fountain and orange couch from the show’s opening credits.
—Nevin Martell, USA Today, 27 May 2025
Verb
The star credits the Full Rescue shampoo, conditioner, restorative mask and scalp serum for the health of her hair.
—Brittany Talarico, People.com, 28 May 2025
Brewer credits the writers with allowing Janine to grow and change.
—Dana Feldman, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for credit
Noun
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Its stories of legal victories against all odds, bipartisan collaboration on landmark legislation, and alternative models like social housing and community land trusts help plot a path forward.—
Ericka Taylor,
NPR,
4 June 2025
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Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust’s portfolio.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
4 June 2025
Noun
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Our ideology is that trunks are synonymous with treasures, created with intricate artistry and deep emotion, meant to be passed down through generations.—
Blue Carreon,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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The treasure is in each performance, one as different, complex and unfailingly compelling.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
4 June 2025
Noun
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But that week, belief felt like the scarcest resource of all.—
Curt Steinhorst,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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With antisemitic beliefs already at their highest levels in decades, and with Jewish communities around the world facing a tsunami of antisemitic harassment and vandalism, especially post-Oct. 7, his comments about Jews and praise for Hitler are reaching a younger, more susceptible audience.—
Jonathan A. Greenblatt,
HollywoodReporter,
29 May 2025
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However, attendees showed no sign of boredom and punctuated her approximately 30-minute oration at City Hall with applause.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
5 June 2025
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Several speeches eventually erupted into loud boisterous lectures, while nearly every speech was met with a roaring applause from half the room.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2025
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Nothing destroys influence faster than saying one thing while doing another.—
Nirmal Chhabria,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Factors like age, lifestyle, and weight history influence how well the skin adjusts.—
Heidi Cope,
Health,
29 May 2025
Verb
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The Innovation Gap: By The Numbers The wealth gap between the EU and US, which was 17% in 2002, has widened to 30% in 2023, with 72% of this gap attributed to productivity differentials rather than labor contribution.—
RSM Discovery,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Company officials attributed the strong guidance to $7 billion in artificial intelligence systems that are expected to ship during the quarter, which are higher-margin than other Dell systems.—
Kif Leswing,
CNBC,
29 May 2025
Verb
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The teen is believed to be from the Upper East Side, WABC Eyewitness News reported.—
Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
31 May 2025
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PwC’s 2023 Global Workforce Hopes and Fears Survey found that 39% of workers believe their job will be obsolete within five years, yet only 26% say their employer is supporting them to acquire new skills.—
Sol Rashidi,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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The jewel of the home, a heated pool for swimming laps in the mornings, is located at the center of the inner courtyard, while the rooftop terrace offers an accommodating space for dining and lounging while taking in the city views.—
Shannon Sharpe,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
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This past weekend featured the crown jewel of the Association of Pickleball Players (APP) annual slate, the 2025 Zimmer Biomet APP New York City Open.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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“Credit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/credit. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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