attest
verb (used with object)
to bear witness to; certify; declare to be correct, true, or genuine; declare the truth of, in words or writing, especially to affirm in an official capacity.
have attested
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present perfectof attest.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Nearly 90% of its U.S.-based employees have attested to being vaccinated against COVID-19, the bank said, and they would be required to furnish proof by Oct.
From Reuters ● Aug. 17, 2021
“Trump Administration officials have attested to these facts under oath,” campaign spokesman Andrew Bates said.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 20, 2020
“But as those who have known him best have attested, he has been an exemplary public servant, judge, teacher, coach, husband and father.”
From New York Times ● Oct. 5, 2018
Hundreds of mayors, faith leaders and business leaders have attested to the contributions refugees make.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 14, 2017
On more than one historic field, beginning in 1776 and coming down to the centennial year of the Republic, they have attested in blood their courage as well as a love of liberty.
From The Journal of Negro History, Volume 7, 1922 by Various
