recanted testimony that resulted in a long-overdue vindication
Recent Examples on the Web Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback. Yet vindication in the courts did not mean access to the nation’s airwaves. —Thomas Doherty, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Feb. 2025 Him mentioning structure provides some vindication to INEOS who are at least making steps to fix this mess, whether these steps are in the right direction is up for debate. —Charlotte Harpur, The Athletic, 18 Feb. 2025 Adams' legal team celebrated the dismissal, calling it a vindication of the mayor's innocence, while his political opponents have accused him of collaborating with Trump to avoid legal consequences. —Dan Perry, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025 Beyoncé winning Album of the Year brought me a mix of emotions: relief, vindication, and ultimately, so much joy. —Kathleen Newman-Bremang, refinery29.com, 3 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for vindication Word HistoryFirst Known Use
1613, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of vindication was in 1613 Cite this Entry“Vindication.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vindication. Accessed 10 May. 2025.
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