Definition of VINDICATION (original) (raw)
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Examples of vindication in a Sentence
recanted testimony that resulted in a long-overdue vindication
Recent Examples on the Web Emmy wins and nominations also represent vindication for the long hours and effort put into their work. —
Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Sep. 2024 Yep, vindication finally for everyone who dared dream of a world where the Scooby gals got it on. —David Opie, IndieWire, 16 Aug. 2024 The justices during the nearly three hours of varied questions in the multi-faceted case on April 25 suggested a certain measure of vindication for Trump on some of his lower court loss, but not without acceptance of some of the arguments from the special counsel. —Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 30 July 2024 Having Fox on her side is probably some good vindication. —Zoe Guy, Vulture, 15 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for vindication 
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Word History
First Known Use
1613, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of vindication was in 1613
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“Vindication.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vindication. Accessed 19 Sep. 2024.
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Last Updated: 18 Sep 2024 - Updated example sentences
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