as in evidence
something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim
the signature of a witness provides substantiation that a person's will is genuine
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Noun
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There is no evidence that that is happening in significant numbers, according to the Migration Policy Institute.—
Deborah Barfield Berry, USA Today, 22 May 2025
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Among other reasons to dispute the claim, the council cited a lack of evidence from spy agencies about communication and monetary exchanges that would be expected if the gang and government were working together.—
Noun
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In Seminole County, a hotbed of bear encounters several years ago, has seen a dramatic decrease in conflicts with bears since implementing such non-lethal measures as the use of bear proof trash cans.—
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Be prepared to give identification and proof of property ownership to deputies.—
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But this theory, like all others surrounding the expedition, is simply speculation—and it’s not fully supported by Inuit testimony.—
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Following her testimony, Combs is requesting that her lawsuit be dismissed.—
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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.—
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After returning home, Jarrett and colleagues combined their data with historical documentation and cultural knowledge.—
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“Substantiation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/substantiation. Accessed 31 May. 2025.
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