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certify

[sur-tuh-fahy] / ˈsɜr təˌfaɪ /


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According to the law governing living wills in India, two medical boards must certify that a patient meets the necessary criteria before their life support can be withdrawn.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

The designation will require defense vendors and contractors to certify that they don't use Anthropic's models in their work with the Pentagon.

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

Boeing is working to certify the widebody jet for commercial service.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

The legal action notes that employers must certify to the government that their hiring of visa workers will not negatively affect American wages or working conditions.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 12, 2025

“They will certify the results of this test before we make them public,” said Dr. Garcia.

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein