as in authentic
being exactly as appears or as claimed
presumably his chauffeured limousine qualifies him as certified big shot
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as in guaranteed
to declare (something) to be true or genuine
experts certified the letter as indeed having been written by Abraham Lincoln
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as in authorized
to give official or legal power to
certified her as a teacher
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as in verified
to give evidence or testimony to the truth or factualness of
please bring in a doctor's note to certify that you were really sick
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Marianne Lehnis, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
Mohammed said becoming a certified examiner takes three years and multiple exams.
—Joe Mahr, Chicago Tribune, 13 Oct. 2024
The show is more concerned with contracts and big deals than touchdowns and field goals, but Johnson is a certified star.
—Megan Vick, EW.com, 24 Sep. 2024
Folie à Deux is a certified musical even though, in the several years leading up to its release, Phillips has tried to back away from that genre distinction.
—Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 4 Oct. 2024
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The purchase facility’s diversified approach means corporations can secure a long-term supply of certified CDRs at the average price of $200/tonne, demonstrating that high-integrity removals can be delivered at a price that aligns with corporate procurement targets.
—Marianne Lehnis, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
Mohammed said becoming a certified examiner takes three years and multiple exams.
—Joe Mahr, Chicago Tribune, 13 Oct. 2024
The show is more concerned with contracts and big deals than touchdowns and field goals, but Johnson is a certified star.
—Megan Vick, EW.com, 24 Sep. 2024
Folie à Deux is a certified musical even though, in the several years leading up to its release, Phillips has tried to back away from that genre distinction.
—Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 4 Oct. 2024
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Side note: These studiously authentic Japanese buckwheat noodles are gluten-free.Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Nov. 2024
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Countless Sherry And Vermouth Bars To experience the best bars in Madrid in their most authentic form, look no further than its myriad vermuterias (vermouth bars), tabernas and tascas (taverns), serving wine, beer, sherry, vermouth–and tapas, of course.Isabelle Kliger, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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In a struggle with algorithmic machines to capture an audience’s attention, creators are pushed optimize the content to the detriment of genuine authenticity.Ruby Justice Thelot, ARTnews.com, 1 Nov. 2024
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Through it all, Canals says both Brinson and Rivera, who share a genuine affection for each other, stayed completely present.Ronda Racha Penrice, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Nov. 2024
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Kim would never do such a thing, and that’s the honest to God truth.DeMicia Inman, VIBE.com, 1 Nov. 2024
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Here are more tips for helping your child practice emotional regulation skills: Engage in open, honest conversations.Melissa Willets, Parents, 1 Nov. 2024
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All that being said, to me, true stability in finance means having access to data that quickens decision-making and allows for a holistic, real-time view of the business, which speeds payments, improves cash flow and working capital, and maximizes customer satisfaction.Sunil Rajasekar, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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And in true boss move fashion, she’s already secured her next big screen bag, starring alongside SZA in an upcoming buddy comedy produced by none other than industry powerhouse Issa Rae.Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 29 Oct. 2024
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Now, as the divide between real life and life online has begun to fade, a new era in politics has begun.Jack Schlossberg, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2024
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Plainly, the states don’t even know the real figures.Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2024
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And behind 2023’s first certifiable film hit is one of the most exciting voices in horror: screenwriter Akela Cooper.Michelle Ruiz, Vogue, 18 Jan. 2023
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The Corvette was a certifiable hit by the end of 1962.Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 27 Dec. 2022
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That works out to $33, which is more than half off the original price.Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 27 Oct. 2024
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This also stands to reason that the overall box office haul will be significantly less than the original Venom at $856 million, and Let There Be Carnage, despite a big opening day and weekend, only got half of that with $506 million.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
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“Certified.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/certified. Accessed 9 Nov. 2024.
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