as in evidence
something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim
I'm afraid we cannot act on your claim without validation
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Recent Examples of validation
At a private suite briefing, Intel showed off two early-silicon validation platforms in open-top desktop cases, as well as a small-form-factor development kit.
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John Burek, PC Magazine, 19 May 2025
Without this validation, any insights or assumptions drawn from the model would be speculative at best.
—Victoria Corless, Space.com, 19 May 2025
This validation across both Holocene and glacial periods marks a critical step forward in analyzing radiocarbon anomalies from different climatic and geomagnetic time periods.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 May 2025
The validation was bittersweet—relief at being believed at last, mixed with the sobering reality of facing a chronic condition.
—Eileen Davidson, Health, 15 May 2025
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John Burek, PC Magazine, 19 May 2025
Without this validation, any insights or assumptions drawn from the model would be speculative at best.
—Victoria Corless, Space.com, 19 May 2025
This validation across both Holocene and glacial periods marks a critical step forward in analyzing radiocarbon anomalies from different climatic and geomagnetic time periods.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 May 2025
The validation was bittersweet—relief at being believed at last, mixed with the sobering reality of facing a chronic condition.
—Eileen Davidson, Health, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for validation
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The video is likely to be used by both prosecutors and defense attorneys as evidence in Dugan's criminal case.—
James Hill,
ABC News,
2 June 2025
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The British narrative drama was an expose of the scandal that engulfed the nation’s Post Office system in the early aughts, and law enforcement’s ruthless pursuit of everyday people despite evidence of their innocence.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
2 June 2025
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The foundations of human persuasion are well-documented, perhaps most famously by Dr. Robert Cialdini, who outlined principles like reciprocity, scarcity, authority, commitment and consistency, liking, and social proof.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final is proof that’s not the case.—
Sean Gentille,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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Katie Strang and Dan Robson have the details from Hart’s testimony.—
Sam Settleman,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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Mia responded -- notably more animated and louder than her testimony on Thursday -- by acknowledging that the words were legitimate but insisting that the sentiment was not.—
Peter Charalambous,
ABC News,
30 May 2025
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Start with simple documentation that covers: How often the family or team meets Who reviews or approves decisions What the escalation path looks like when things get stuck This kind of alignment often takes the form of a short family charter.—
Francois Botha,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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After returning home, Jarrett and colleagues combined their data with historical documentation and cultural knowledge.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
22 May 2025
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Tesla’s legacy is a testament to the enduring impact of bold, forward-thinking leadership.—
Glenn Llopis,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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The recent Hitchcock restoration project, Roberts explains, is a testament to BFI’s active efforts.—
Matt Minton,
Variety,
23 May 2025
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Senator Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, arrives for a Senate Armed Services Committee confirmation hearing in Dirksen building on Tuesday, May 13, 2025.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 June 2025
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When The Athletic asked for confirmation, the customer service representative stated that this was an original without any restorations.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
1 June 2025
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“Validation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/validation. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.
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