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Recent Examples of ratification
The ratification announcement was the culmination of a decade-long effort by American Single Malt producers to legitimize a style of whiskey that was self-governed and, for all intents and purposes, already standardized.
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Chris Perugini, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
The ratification of the Treaty of Paris stemmed from the American Revolutionary War, the first shots of which rang out almost a decade earlier, in April 1775.
—Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 13 Jan. 2025
The Federalist Papers, the editorials and pamphlets arguing in favor of ratification that so many students read in high school and college, didn’t add much else on the topic of federal appointments.
—Peter Kastor, The Conversation, 13 Jan. 2025
The move prompted a rare statement from the leaders of the National Archives, who contended the amendment couldn't be certified without action from Congress or the judicial system because states did not meet the deadline established by Congress for ratification.
—Michelle Stoddart, ABC News, 17 Jan. 2025
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Chris Perugini, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
The ratification of the Treaty of Paris stemmed from the American Revolutionary War, the first shots of which rang out almost a decade earlier, in April 1775.
—Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 13 Jan. 2025
The Federalist Papers, the editorials and pamphlets arguing in favor of ratification that so many students read in high school and college, didn’t add much else on the topic of federal appointments.
—Peter Kastor, The Conversation, 13 Jan. 2025
The move prompted a rare statement from the leaders of the National Archives, who contended the amendment couldn't be certified without action from Congress or the judicial system because states did not meet the deadline established by Congress for ratification.
—Michelle Stoddart, ABC News, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ratification
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But Trump held off on wide-reaching tariffs and sanctions on Colombia after the country's president, Gustavo Petro, agreed to accept U.S. military aircraft deporting Colombian migrants.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA TODAY,
27 Jan. 2025
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The South American nation backed down from a confrontation over the deportation flights after Trump threatened to impose tough tariffs and other sanctions.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
27 Jan. 2025
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With approval from the groom's mother, the table was saved for her family.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Washington — Senate Republicans are trudging through the process to confirm President Trump's picks for his Cabinet and top administration posts, facing delays by Democrats who are pushing back on their speedy approval.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2025
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His support seems almost prophetic considering the current renaissance of women’s hoops.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
26 Jan. 2025
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This vegetarian capsule includes a number of ingredients thought to ease stress, support digestion, and promote healthy hair, skin, and nails—including organic reishi, maca, chamomile, aloe, algae (vitamin C), and more.—
Kristine Thomason,
Vogue,
26 Jan. 2025
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The big picture: Full-body scan startups aiming to detect early-signs of cancer or chronic conditions have soared in popularity among venture capitalists and received celebrity endorsements.—
Lucinda Shen,
Axios,
23 Jan. 2025
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For the record, yes, that's an endorsement of Trump.—
Raul A. Reyes,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Former Fox News host Pete Hegseth was confirmed as Defense Secretary Friday night on a narrow vote in the U.S. Senate, a victory for President Donald Trump despite disturbing allegations about Hegseth’s conduct and questions about his fitness for the job.—
William Earl,
Variety,
25 Jan. 2025
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McConnell was joined by Sens. Susan Collins (R-ME) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) in opposing Hegseth on the final vote — prompting Vice President JD Vance to deliver the tiebreaking vote.—
Elaine Mallon,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
25 Jan. 2025
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On the floor, Biles’ every routine Tuesday received a studied silence, and every landing received raucous approbation.—
Brendan Quinn,
The Athletic,
30 July 2024
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But where the standard Meyers heroine would fuss herself into a fugue state of approbation, Anne remains oddly unruffled.—
Sophie Gilbert,
The Atlantic,
29 June 2024
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Strong backing from the U.S. government under President Trump is set to facilitate energy production and infrastructure development, positioning Stargate as a critical driver of the next phase of AI innovation and adoption.—
Luis E. Romero,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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Joyce proposed the change with the backing of Councilmember Jimmy Figueroa.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Ratification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ratification. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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