verify
verb (used with object)
to prove the truth of, as by evidence or testimony; confirm; substantiate.
have verified
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present perfectof verify.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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Fidelity won’t disclose account details until they have verified identities and determined who is entitled to those details.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 31, 2026
"The crack is there. We have verified that it's there, and the tank has released its pressure," Covey said.
From Barron's ● May 25, 2026
Stick with reputable providers that have verified track records and transparent operations.
From Salon ● Feb. 12, 2026
Don’t open suspicious attachments unless you have verified the sender independently of the original email.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 26, 2025
“I have verified my information, and there’s an end.”
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
