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a written or printed paper giving information about or proof of something
a certificate will be awarded to each person who completes the course in lifesaving
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Joanna Solotaroff, Vogue, 27 Nov. 2024
The certificate officially declared Small Business Saturday in Bel Air to be Nov. 30, 2024.
—Brennan Stewart, Baltimore Sun, 27 Nov. 2024
Valeria Olivares, Dallas News, 9 June 2023
Arthur Walker, procurement director at Wayne County, said business owners that want to work with the county need to have general liability insurance and a fair employment practices certificate.
—Detroit Free Press, 27 May 2023
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With a $60 donation, the World Wildlife Fund will send a plushie and adoption certificate for the animal of your choice.
—Joanna Solotaroff, Vogue, 27 Nov. 2024
The certificate officially declared Small Business Saturday in Bel Air to be Nov. 30, 2024.
—Brennan Stewart, Baltimore Sun, 27 Nov. 2024
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Such measurable outcomes include the number of degrees and certificates a college awards; the number of students who transfer to a four-year university; and the number of students who complete at least 15 hours of courses that apply toward academic and workforce program requirements.
—Valeria Olivares, Dallas News, 9 June 2023
Arthur Walker, procurement director at Wayne County, said business owners that want to work with the county need to have general liability insurance and a fair employment practices certificate.
—Detroit Free Press, 27 May 2023
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The state requires drone pilots to get a certification and follows federal guidelines around the acceptable use of drones.Stephen Pastis, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Why this is significant: Senators and House lawmakers watched firsthand as a violent pro-Trump mob stormed the Capitol during the certification of the 2020 election results.Cate Martel, The Hill, 11 Dec. 2024
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According to the charges, the company defrauded the Federal Aviation Administration during the process of certifying the 737 Max to carry its first passengers.Chris Isidore, CNN, 6 Dec. 2024
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Each knit, whether an oversized turtleneck, or brushed tee, is designed in Stockholm from yarn that is OEKO-TEX certified.Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2024
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Vessels can be chartered for bluewater fly fishing, with accompanying guides and skippers.Nina-Sophia Miralles, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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The Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild, IATSE Local 706, was chartered in November 1937 and today includes includes more than 2,300 professionals in the fields.Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 10 Dec. 2024
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What’s the power of a home that doesn’t need permitting?Jennifer Castenson, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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The opposition The North Dakota Public Service Commission opted to permit route construction in November, cautioning Summit to avoid turning to eminent domain, which is the government’s right to take private property for public use, to begin building.Peyton Haug, Twin Cities, 13 Dec. 2024
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The teachers union ratified the contract with a 98% vote in favor, according to the district.Staff report, Hartford Courant, 19 Dec. 2024
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Still, not enough states had ratified the ERA by the time the second deadline came around.Amy Shoenthal, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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It’s been accredited by the American Association for Debt Resolution and the BBB.Elizabeth Gravier, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024
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The creation of Travel Tuesday is accredited to Hopper, a travel platform used by millions globally.Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Dec. 2024
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Build credibility through expert demonstrations, proof-of-concept builds and client testimonials that validate complex B2B purchase decisions.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Kennedy’s nomination validates and enshrines public mistrust of government health programs, said Paul Offit, director of the Vaccine Education Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.Kff Health News, Twin Cities, 9 Dec. 2024
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Among those sanctioned are two North Korean defense officials, No Kwang Chol and Kim Yong Bok, accused of bolstering military cooperation with Russia, including deploying thousands of troops and supervising their activities.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
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The state does not sanction teacher certifications for those who mistreat students unless there is a criminal conviction.Nolan McKendry | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Certificate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/certificate. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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