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testimonies

5 definitions • 7 examples
1
(an example of) spoken or written statements that something is true, especially those given in a law court:

Examples:

Some doubts have been expressed about his testimony.
2
to be clear proof of something:

Examples:

The reports are testimony to the many hours of research completed by this committee.
3
a spoken or written statement that something is true, esp. one given in a court of law, or the act of giving such a statement:

Examples:

[ U ] The value of their testimony is questionable.
4
a formal statement about something, especially one given in a court of law:

Examples:

The court heard two days of testimony from environmental experts, activists, and lawyers.
Employees' testimonies could prove crucial for Gonzales, who is struggling to hold on to his job.
5
proof that something exists or is true:

Examples:

be (a) testimony to sth Our advance in the face of relentless competition is a testimony to the commitment of our marketing division.

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