1
as in insisting
to state as a fact usually forcefully
unwilling to affirm without further study that the painting is an original Rembrandt
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2
as in declaring
to state clearly and strongly
our business partner affirmed his trust in us, and we in turn promised not to let him down
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Recent Examples of affirming
In 2019, the Board of Governors adopted a systemwide Statement of Free Expression affirming that universities have a critical role in fostering divergent ideas and robust debate.
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Jason Jewell, Sun Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
The Cascios spent decades defending and affirming Michael’s innocence.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
As Kasubhai observed, despite its legal feebleness, Kennedy’s declaration and its explicit threat has had a concrete impact on the provision of gender-affirming services to American youths.
—Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
For a dully cynical take on the OnlyFans economy, there’s Euphoria, but for a more affirming consideration, Margo is well worth the subscription.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 23 Apr. 2026
Georgia hopped on the bandwagon to ban gender-affirming care for minors relatively early, in 2023, though the state continued to allow the use of puberty blockers.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 20 Apr. 2026
Even when people feel confident about their ability to spot AI text, their confidence may be nothing more than a self-affirming illusion.
—Andras Molnar, The Conversation, 20 Apr. 2026
In addition, Massachusetts law also requires commercial insurance, which Bug's family has, to cover gender-affirming care.
—Karen Brown, NPR, 17 Apr. 2026
Some major medical groups pushed back, stating that psychotherapy first is the standard approach in gender-affirming care and that additional care, such as hormonal therapies, only occurs after in-depth evaluations between patients and doctors.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
Jason Jewell, Sun Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
The Cascios spent decades defending and affirming Michael’s innocence.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
As Kasubhai observed, despite its legal feebleness, Kennedy’s declaration and its explicit threat has had a concrete impact on the provision of gender-affirming services to American youths.
—Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
For a dully cynical take on the OnlyFans economy, there’s Euphoria, but for a more affirming consideration, Margo is well worth the subscription.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 23 Apr. 2026
Georgia hopped on the bandwagon to ban gender-affirming care for minors relatively early, in 2023, though the state continued to allow the use of puberty blockers.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 20 Apr. 2026
Even when people feel confident about their ability to spot AI text, their confidence may be nothing more than a self-affirming illusion.
—Andras Molnar, The Conversation, 20 Apr. 2026
In addition, Massachusetts law also requires commercial insurance, which Bug's family has, to cover gender-affirming care.
—Karen Brown, NPR, 17 Apr. 2026
Some major medical groups pushed back, stating that psychotherapy first is the standard approach in gender-affirming care and that additional care, such as hormonal therapies, only occurs after in-depth evaluations between patients and doctors.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for affirming
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The president rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for easing restrictions, insisting that larger concerns must be addressed first.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Apr. 2026
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Hegseth largely declined to provide specifics, instead denouncing critics as defeatists, questioning their patriotism and insisting the mission had broad public support.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
29 Apr. 2026
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Other states have to confront the unprecedented possibility of revising maps even as voters are casting ballots or the legal process of declaring intent to run for office has concluded.—
Nicholas Riccardi,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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By declaring victory over his archnemesis, Musk could aggregate even more influence over the industry.—
Victor Tangermann,
Futurism,
30 Apr. 2026
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In the letter, Carvajal says as much, alleging that Maduro had aimed to use drugs as a weapon against the United States.—
Max Saltman,
CNN Money,
26 Apr. 2026
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Moscow denied targeting the plant, alleging Kyiv staged the attack.—
Samya Kullab,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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In December 2023, Maduro held a controversial referendum that claimed 98 percent public support for asserting sovereignty over the region — a vote widely criticized for alleged fraud and lack of transparency.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2026
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The Lees’ acquisitions mark an impressive feat, both in terms of reclaiming national heritage and asserting personal piety.—
Lori Waxman,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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In Joseph Heller’s novel, claiming to be crazy is taken as evidence of sanity.—
Fintan O’Toole,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Apr. 2026
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Scammers call older people, falsely claiming the victim’s bank account, Social Security number or other personal information has been compromised, Sorrells said.—
Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Apr. 2026
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Which is to say that its power as a mode of redress in the first sense—as agent for proclaiming and correcting injustices—is being appealed to constantly.—
Nick Laird,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Apr. 2026
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Today, there's writing on the wall outside, proclaiming the miracle of Ho Khanh.—
Nicole Young,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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That debate intensified this March, when city officials outlined multiple options for restructuring the city’s approach to homelessness, including maintaining LAHSA with reforms, shifting responsibilities to the county, or bringing more programs in-house.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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The office also handles business registrations, oversees the state archives and runs a potpourri of other state programs, like commissioning notaries public and maintaining a registry for advance care directives.—
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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Former UConn women’s basketball forward Ice Brady is headed to the ACC out of the transfer portal, announcing her commitment Sunday to Florida State.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2026
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The star liked the post announcing the news on Instagram.—
Sarah Sotoodeh,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Affirming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affirming. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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