statement

noun

ˈstāt-mənt How to pronounce statement (audio)
Definition of statementnext
1
as in bill
a record of goods sold or services performed together with the costs due received a statement from the plumber in the mail

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2
as in voice
an act, process, or means of putting something into words a careful statement of the legal case before the court

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3
as in word
something that is said her statement was met with considerable skepticism

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Recent Examples of statement Beer Money Entertainment said in its Facebook statement that a future drag brunch would take place at another location. — Evan Moore august 31, Charlotte Observer, 31 Aug. 2026 Jacobs’ attorneys released a statement underscoring that the NFL is reviewing his case. — Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026 Rabbi Joshua Davidson of Congregation Emanu-El, a Reform synagogue in New York, likewise said he was convinced by Galliano’s statements of remorse and his efforts to educate himself about Judaism and the Holocaust. — Andrew Silow-Carroll, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026 Nearly 300 members of the media, including one Times reporter, will have high-level access to policymakers throughout the event, a Treasury spokesperson said in a statement. — Garrett Downs, CNBC, 30 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for statement
Recent Examples of Synonyms for statement
  1. bill
  2. voice
  3. word
  4. account
  5. formulation
  6. message
  7. document
  8. expression
Noun
  • Therefore, how much of the impact caused by El Niño will ultimately translate into the bills handed to consumers remains to be seen.
    — , CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Watching the Lilith documentary and hearing about how two women can be played back-to-back on a radio or two women can be on a festival bill.
    — Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of bill
Noun
  • The publication grew under her leadership, and encompassed a more diverse range of voices, featuring the likes of Maya Angelou, Angela Davis, and Alice Walker.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The social media company on Thursday announced several new comment features that will allow people to leave voice messages, vote in polls and share multiple photos under videos.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of voice
Noun
  • The applause barely stopped, and the crowd sang along to every word as well as danced in their seats throughout the entire two-and-a-half-hour show.
    — Nada Aboul Kheir, Deadline, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Her words are not of gratitude but resentment, bile and narcissism.
    — Deputy Managing Editor, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of word
Noun
  • Modern interpreters have read his 10 heads as signifying his vast knowledge of 10 sacred texts, or alternately his 10 ethical failings, but the Ramayana account describes him as 10-headed from birth.
    — Charles Preston, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Prosecutors are seeking forfeiture of more than $50 million in cash seized from various accounts related to Ahmed, as well as two Rolls-Royces, a Lamborghini, a Mercedes and three luxury properties in Houston.
    — Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of account
Noun
  • At the center is a softer formulation of the supercritical foam, surrounded by a more firm perimeter to create a plate-like effect along with support and durability.
    — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026
  • That mix of results and sensitivity-friendly formulation is a signature of the K beauty category as a whole.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of formulation
Noun
  • They are constantly and credibly threatened, their locations and details given out in menacing anonymous messages.
    — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Brad Pitt sent a message to George Clooney as the Michael Clayton star was honored Wednesday at the Venice International Film Festival.
    — Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of message
Noun
  • Instead, detectives say the group used falsified invoices and documents and transferred cash into personal bank accounts.
    — Chelsea Jones, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Court documents have previously suggested the Tates’ online empire brought in millions.
    — Jonny Hallam, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of document
Noun
  • The fall 2026 collections leaned into this expression of individuality, showcasing an array of accents that encourage thoughtful experimentation.
    — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Every element is artful, thoughtful—a genuine expression of the Sersales’ enduring love affair with contemporary art and cultural storytelling.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of expression

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“Statement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/statement. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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