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as in attributed
to explain (something) as being the result of something else
accredits his good choice of movies to reading a reviewer who seldom steers him wrong
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as in enabled
to give official or legal power to
took a course that accredited her to teach first aid
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as in applauded
to declare enthusiastic approval of
generally accredited as the finest American dramatist of the postwar generation
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as in approved
to give official acceptance of as satisfactory
thus far the board has refused to accredit the school
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Recent Examples of accredited
Chantal Da Silva, NBC News, 19 Dec. 2024
The diet helped improve her health, Shepherd said, but also set a new standard for how zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums care for maned wolves in North America.
—The Courier-Journal, 18 Dec. 2024
The aquarium has pushed back against criticism, saying that the tigers are well cared for and that the aquarium is accredited by organizations like the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
—Shafaq Patel, Axios, 17 Dec. 2024
The release notes that Ringo was the second-oldest living harbor seal in North American zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, and far surpassed the 23-year median life expectancy of harbor seals living in human care.
—Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2024
It’s been accredited by the American Association for Debt Resolution and the BBB.
—Elizabeth Gravier, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024
The creation of Travel Tuesday is accredited to Hopper, a travel platform used by millions globally.
—Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Dec. 2024
For the first time, the festival has also been accredited by BAFTA, meaning that films selected for HollyShorts will be eligible to submit to the BAFTA awards.
—Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Nov. 2024
Fish served as part of the program is accredited by the Marine Stewardship Council, the Aquaculture Stewardship Council, or Responsible Fisheries Management, which require third-party audits and standards for traceability.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2024
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More than 150 journalists were accredited to cover the trial, which many activists see as a watershed moment for women’s rights in France.
—Chantal Da Silva, NBC News, 19 Dec. 2024
The diet helped improve her health, Shepherd said, but also set a new standard for how zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums care for maned wolves in North America.
—The Courier-Journal, 18 Dec. 2024
The aquarium has pushed back against criticism, saying that the tigers are well cared for and that the aquarium is accredited by organizations like the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
—Shafaq Patel, Axios, 17 Dec. 2024
The release notes that Ringo was the second-oldest living harbor seal in North American zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, and far surpassed the 23-year median life expectancy of harbor seals living in human care.
—Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2024
It’s been accredited by the American Association for Debt Resolution and the BBB.
—Elizabeth Gravier, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024
The creation of Travel Tuesday is accredited to Hopper, a travel platform used by millions globally.
—Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Dec. 2024
For the first time, the festival has also been accredited by BAFTA, meaning that films selected for HollyShorts will be eligible to submit to the BAFTA awards.
—Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Nov. 2024
Fish served as part of the program is accredited by the Marine Stewardship Council, the Aquaculture Stewardship Council, or Responsible Fisheries Management, which require third-party audits and standards for traceability.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accredited
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The Office of Medical Cannabis offers an authorized practitioner directory on its website where potential medical card applicants can search for a certified doctor by city, county, zip code or specialty.Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 20 Dec. 2024
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This week, Browns Canyon National Monument became a certified International Dark Sky Park, a designation that recognizes its clear, inky-black skies and lack of light pollution.Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Dec. 2024
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This can primarily be attributed to the success of its diabetes and obesity drugs – Wegovy and Ozempic.Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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On the other hand, the version of the theory often attributed to him is so radical that few modern scholars would want the honor, anyway.Manvir Singh, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
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That shift is enabled by Sam, who really does see her, and—better—sees someone worth knowing.Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Automated and enabled by AI, criminal hackers will continue to extort victims at a startling rate in 2025.Chuck Brooks, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile Clarksville was applauded for its offerings for tourists and locals alike while making room for new businesses like hotels and restaurants.Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
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Family members applauded and cheered, celebrating both his academic achievement and his birthday in unison.Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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Under the legislation, the agency only has to cover drugs approved by the FDA for weight loss, like Wegovy.Katy Golvala, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
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The drugs were first approved to treat type 2 diabetes – and that's what the FDA said daily injections of liraglutide could be used for in adults and children 10 and up.Karen Weintraub, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement Rookies should sign on with a licensed, experienced company.Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2025
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The presentation was shown at New York’s Metropolitan Club and was the debut for a licensed fur collection.Mikelle Street, WWD, 29 Dec. 2024
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The salacious details ascribed to Maddrey are horrid.New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
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While some of them are ascribed medicinal benefits, more research is needed to evaluate their effects.Nina Foster, JSTOR Daily, 20 Dec. 2024
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They first must be authorized by Congress, something that, in the OAA’s case, is supposed to happen every five years.Howard Gleckman, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Then, once a federal program is authorized, Congress appropriates money each year to fund its operations.Howard Gleckman, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Accredited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accredited. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
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