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as in certified
to declare (something) to be true or genuine
a jeweler authenticated the diamond as real
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to give evidence or testimony to the truth or factualness of
we require more than simply your word to authenticate this story
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Recent Examples of authenticated
Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2026
On Friday, Arnold hangs it on the wall at the tunnel where the Eagles gather before taking the field and on Sunday, it’s removed, authenticated and put up for auction.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 11 Jan. 2026
Morrisseau’s work, in particular, was the focus of what is believed to be the largest forgery ring of all time, in which several thousand fakes were illegitimately authenticated and sold around the world.
—Benjamin Cannon, The Atlantic, 23 Dec. 2025
Of course, each timepiece is authenticated by Bob’s Watches in-house experts, too, undergoing a strict verification process.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 17 Dec. 2025
Another reason that Broward teachers have access to the tool, Wilson says, is that the district participates in academic programs, such as International Baccalaureate, or IB, in which student work must be authenticated by teachers before it is sent out for external review.
—Lee V. Gaines, NPR, 16 Dec. 2025
Once the digital asset is authenticated, hashing out custody comes next.
—Kevin Williams, CNBC, 7 Dec. 2025
Each watch will have been fully authenticated, serviced and prepared according to Rolex’s criteria.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 28 Nov. 2025
The balls were authenticated by SCP Auctions chief operations officer Mike Keys.
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 23 Nov. 2025
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After each game, the patch will be removed from his jersey for that game, dated and shipped to a Topps’ production facility to be authenticated and inserted into a pack of trading cards.
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However, Navajo officials have raised concerns that federal agents haven’t consistently recognized these documents as valid and could still detain tribal members.—
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Munoz-Guatemala was also convicted of driving without a valid license and was charged multiple times for driving illegally.—
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Johnson said Benson was a juvenile at the time of the shooting and was certified as an adult on Wednesday in Jackson County Family Court.—
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The office has the power to recommend the Legislature withhold funding from the institution if it is found to be in violation of state law — until compliance is certified.—
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Videos circulating on social media and verified by The New York Times show the shooting of a woman by a federal agent in Minneapolis on Wednesday, as well as the moments immediately before and after.—
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Though their observation has yet to be verified by wildlife biologists, Kogo and Tapanes are working with Burmese pythons specialists at the University of Florida to confirm the species.—
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The paper noted that over 100 searches had been conducted on Mount Baldy, with 14 confirmed deaths, since 2020.—
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There are no confirmed reports of illnesses associated with the recall.—
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The Gators’ 4-8 finish and a weak offense attested to the struggles.—
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Adams and Chirlane McCray, ex-wife of former Mayor Bill de Blasio, have both attested to hearing squeaks and the sounds of doors opening and closing.—
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Remember, catching a glimpse of the northern lights is never guaranteed.—
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It's loaded with protein and is thickened slightly with crushed tortilla chips and starch from the beans, so it’s guaranteed to satisfy without weighing you down.—
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Rather than stopping at dashboards or diagnostics, these systems are designed to close the gap between knowing and doing by carrying decisions through to validated outcomes.—
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With pivotal trial readouts on the horizon, the year ahead could determine whether these devices remain hopeful prototypes or become validated tools in the next era of obesity care.—
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The Smithsonian’s board quickly affirmed its autonomy, but Sajet resigned shortly thereafter.—
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In an opinion by Circuit Judge Alan David Lourie, the Federal Circuit last week affirmed the TTAB’s decision.—
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“Authenticated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/authenticated. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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