Thesaurus results for PRONOUNCEMENT

pronouncement

noun

Definition of pronouncement

as in announcement

formal an official public statement He made some important pronouncements on government policy.

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Recent Examples of pronouncement None of these pronouncements has panned out; some have bordered on delusional. — Robin Wright, New Yorker, 17 July 2026 Turning any particular case into a sweeping pronouncement produces little but heightened emotions and confusion. — Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 16 July 2026 Beulah’s not delivering world-weary pronouncements, the way Beth does. — Noel Murray, Vulture, 26 June 2026 As Miran Ali, a former vice president of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association, explained it, brands would often make sweeping pronouncements, only to pass the bill to their manufacturers and their workers. — Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for pronouncement

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Mongolian Cashmere Oversized Crewneck Sweater On the heels of the Practical Magic 2 announcement, Kidman cozied up in an oversized gray sweater and jeans for a casual-yet-polished outfit that is fit for many occasions.

— Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
The school did not mention Stephens or specify a reason for the change in its announcement.

— Ira Gorawara, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026

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Following the mistrial declaration, some legal experts suggested that the prosecution aimed too high in charging Clancy with first-degree murder, noting a lower charge, such as second-degree murder or manslaughter, might have won over the jury.

— Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 4 Sep. 2026
And today, one morning of high anticipation as Judge William Sullivan moved toward a mistrial declaration, then allowed Lindsay Clancy’s attorney one hour to file a last-ditch appeal request.

— Yasmin Vossoughian, NBC news, 4 Sep. 2026

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In a 2022 study, researchers looked at the prices ZipRecruiter, a job posting site, charged employers wanting to access their services.

— Audrey McGlinchy, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026
For a recap and overview of my well over two hundred analyses and postings about AI and mental health, see the link here and the link here.

— Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

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The council was issuing a proclamation about gun violence prevention.

— Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 3 Sep. 2026
Gina Tarantino, who helped organize the event through Tarantino 1440 Entertainment, took the stage to present a city proclamation honoring Wu-Tang Clan.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026

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