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as in ideology
the basic beliefs or guiding principles of a person or group Jefferson's collected writings constitute his political testament

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Recent Examples of testament Each one is a glowing testament to her. Jake Kanter, Deadline, 8 Jan. 2026 Some players are even instantly inserted into starting roles for reigning championship teams, a testament to their potential and skillset. Ishmael Johnson, Dallas Morning News, 8 Jan. 2026 His new film is a testament to his love of collaboration. Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 8 Jan. 2026 Crafted in 14-karat yellow gold—Presley’s metal of choice—the bold piece is a testament to the King’s wonderfully flamboyant style at that time. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 7 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for testament
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Noun
  • International election monitors said there was overwhelming evidence that Machado's party won the 2024 election against Maduro, but Maduro refused to relinquish power.
    Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 16 Jan. 2026
  • O’Hara told reporters Minneapolis police had secured the scene and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) are processing evidence.
    Danya Gainor, CNN Money, 15 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • London offered various activities for a person interested in revolutionary ideology or political and social transformation.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 Jan. 2026
  • The foreign minister took the opportunity to question whether the uprising that has lasted more than two weeks is a sincere rejection of the Islamic regime’s ideology or general discontent bred by Iran’s economic isolation.
    Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 15 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The bottle is small, easy to pack, and a little goes a long way—proof that sometimes even the smallest things have a big impact.
    Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2026
  • Tacvasen Lightweight Workout Jacket During her recent trip to Australia, Oprah was spotted wearing several wrinkle-proof, form-fitting athletic jackets.
    Annie Blackman, InStyle, 15 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The Kaizen Approach is a Japanese philosophy that promotes incremental change in organizations at every level.
    Dan Pompei, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
  • For those who live it, the wine country aesthetic is a philosophy, one that prioritizes natural beauty, comfort, and a life lived in step with the rhythms of the vineyards.
    Amplified Content Studio, Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The Senate Education heard testimony on the bill, indicating lawmakers are serious about the proposal, but the committee has not yet taken a vote.
    Marissa Meador, IndyStar, 9 Jan. 2026
  • The former player also said some discrepancies in his testimony were a result of his diminished hearing.
    Luke Cyphers, Sportico.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • That rule was at odds with the doctrine of prioritizing the protection of life, leading some departments to revise their use-of-force policies and some states to ban the rule.
    Ben Jones, Fortune, 9 Jan. 2026
  • Taipei has taken several steps in recent years to incorporate drones into its military doctrine.
    Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Applicants should bring an MLGW bill in their name, a recent pay stub, a Social Security income statement or bank statement showing direct deposit, a valid Tennessee state ID or driver’s license to verify age and address, and any disability documentation, if applicable.
    Jack Armstrong, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Jan. 2026
  • That kind of documentation—tracking symptoms, flares, fatigue and how lupus affects daily life—can help patients move the conversation beyond lab results and toward whether their current care is truly adequate.
    Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 6 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The event included a procession, prayers, libations, community testimonials and site consecration Saturday, April 3, 2021, in Atlanta.
    Alia Pharr, AJC.com, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Archival footage and personal recollections are blended in the movie, alongside testimonials from the closest people to him.
    Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 29 Dec. 2025

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“Testament.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/testament. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.

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