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Vindicate

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1: To clear from blame or suspicion

Description: When someone is vindicated, they are proven innocent or cleared of guilt, blame, or suspicion.

Sample Sentence: The newly discovered evidence vindicated the accused, leading to their release from prison.

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Sense 2: To justify or prove correct

Description: Vindicate can also be used when something is proven to be correct or justified based on evidence or argument.

Sample Sentence: The successful completion of the project vindicated our decision to invest in new technology.

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Sense 3: To take revenge or get even for a wrongdoing

Description: In a less common usage, vindicate can mean seeking revenge or taking action to rectify a wrongdoing.

Sample Sentence: The character in the movie vowed to vindicate the death of their loved one by bringing the criminals to justice.

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