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as in attributed
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 believed
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 credited
Joe Otterson, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
According to Vogue, Princess Kate helped design the blue plaid coat — a possible fashion first for her as a credited collaborator.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
Gene Johnson, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Word of mouth drew droves to his pop-up starting in 2020, and he’s credited with kickstarting South Florida’s obsession with smash-burger joints.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
The 24-year-old Indiana Fever guard, widely credited with raising the profile of women's basketball, returned to action recently after injuries limited her to 13 games in 2025.
—ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
Penguins defenseman Kris Letang was credited with the go-ahead goal.
—Garrett Behanna, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Leaders of the city’s political left credited Patel with uniting community groups and labor unions by fostering deep personal relationships.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Taylor Swift credited her harshest critics with helping shape her catalog.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Hathaway, who drew on the star power she’s accumulated over the past 20 years, credited the film’s producers for quickly adjusting to her request.
—Antonio Ferme, Variety, 21 Apr. 2026
While much of the lineup has changed for Charlotte since last season’s playoffs, the Checkers are still coached by Geordie Kinnear, who many players credited for the team’s big playoff run in 2025.
—Steve Lyttle, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
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Feehan is also the credited creator of the series, based on characters created by Sheridan and John Linson.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
According to Vogue, Princess Kate helped design the blue plaid coat — a possible fashion first for her as a credited collaborator.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
Verb
Kempthorne, a moderate Republican, was elected mayor of Boise in 1985 at age 34, and he was credited with revitalizing the downtown by securing an agreement to build a convention center and promoting other development.
—Gene Johnson, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Word of mouth drew droves to his pop-up starting in 2020, and he’s credited with kickstarting South Florida’s obsession with smash-burger joints.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
The 24-year-old Indiana Fever guard, widely credited with raising the profile of women's basketball, returned to action recently after injuries limited her to 13 games in 2025.
—ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
Penguins defenseman Kris Letang was credited with the go-ahead goal.
—Garrett Behanna, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Leaders of the city’s political left credited Patel with uniting community groups and labor unions by fostering deep personal relationships.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Taylor Swift credited her harshest critics with helping shape her catalog.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Hathaway, who drew on the star power she’s accumulated over the past 20 years, credited the film’s producers for quickly adjusting to her request.
—Antonio Ferme, Variety, 21 Apr. 2026
While much of the lineup has changed for Charlotte since last season’s playoffs, the Checkers are still coached by Geordie Kinnear, who many players credited for the team’s big playoff run in 2025.
—Steve Lyttle, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for credited
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Vásquez said that ships have not piled up at the canal, but rather the costs can be attributed to last-minute shifts and greater urgency by vessels needing to get from one point to another faster in the wake of larger trade chaos.—
Alma Solis,
Fortune,
24 Apr. 2026
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While statements attributed to him have been released, he has not been seen publicly since purportedly taking the helm in Tehran.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The Sixers’ Nick Nurse is widely believed to be under pressure too, meaning Sunday’s loss to Boston, which put them in a 3-1 hole, qualifies as a step in the wrong direction.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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He is believed to have acted alone and is set to face criminal charges on Monday.—
Eric Tucker,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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My colleagues Ellie Austin, Alyson Shontell and I were so honored to co-host a talking circle with Steinem at her home in Manhattan this week, bringing together members of the Fortune MPW community to talk about AI and its impact on business and society.—
Emma Hinchliffe,
Fortune,
24 Apr. 2026
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Bruce also had the lowest levels of stress hormone metabolites, was given priority access to the four central feeding stations on account of his rank, and even had a non-mate remove debris from his lower beak, the only individual in the circus to be so honored.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
20 Apr. 2026
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Another Readymade ascribed to Rrose, Fresh Widow (1920), features a scale model of a French window with panels of black leather covering the glass.—
Howard Halle,
ARTnews.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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In 2023, an agency spokeswoman even ascribed the blame in part to holidays.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2026
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The lieutenant who handled his Skelly conference wrote that Webster accepted full responsibility for his actions and apologized.—
Kelly Davis,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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Earlier this month, the city of Aurora accepted a grant from the state Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity on behalf of Mutual Ground to make needed renovations.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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Providing a customer signature experience means a valued and distinctive experience for your customers based on the foundational elements of expert guidance, confidence in the project schedule and appreciation of their business.—
Pamela Kan,
Forbes,
1 Aug. 2022
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This especially applies to their most valued and essential employees.—
Phil Blair,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Dec. 2021
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Chaminade took an 11-10 lead in the top of the ninth on an RBI single by Siena Greenlinger.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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Meanwhile, on Wednesday evening, Carr posted a riposte to a commenter on X who took aim at the FCC chief.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2026
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Karren is also very highly appreciated in the Premier League leadership community and was an excellent representative of our club there.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2026
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Baker offered an appreciated for Pakistan’s role in easing regional tensions and efforts to facilitate dialogue.—
Will Clark,
NBC news,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Credited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/credited. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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