acknowledged
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of acknowledged
First recorded in 1760–70; acknowledge + -ed 2
Example Sentences
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Asked if India objected to Pakistan's newfound role as a mediator, Jaishankar said it was for the United States to decide its partners, and acknowledged that differences will emerge between the two countries.
From Barron's • May 24, 2026
In another panel, the outgoing head of ICE, Todd Lyons, acknowledged immigration agents sometimes detained American citizens in cases where those citizens allegedly put “hands on law enforcement.”
From Salon • May 24, 2026
While Wünsch is optimistic about AI’s potential to drive scientific breakthroughs, he acknowledged that the AI boom has strained the gaming industry.
From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026
Expedition organisers have acknowledged the risks of congestion but say they can be managed.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
He freely acknowledged that he'd made poor decisions, particularly where women were concerned.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
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