affirming
- present participle of affirm.
Example Sentences
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Though marvelously affirming for film fans, this is not a sustainable business plan.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 24, 2026
“I don’t want kids to think that, and I don’t want parents to think that because affirming your kid is right and life-saving.”
From Salon ● Jul. 5, 2026
The US Supreme Court has blocked President Donald Trump's attempt to fire a governor of the US central bank, in a ruling seen as affirming the Federal Reserve's independence.
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2026
Each wrote or joined opinions affirming the right of private plaintiffs to sue under laws enacted through the spending clause.
From Slate ● Jun. 24, 2026
This I had believed with all my being, but now, though still inwardly affirming that belief, I felt a blighting hurt which prevented me from trying further to defend myself.
From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison
