FIND (FOR OR AGAINST) Synonyms: 30 Similar and Opposite Words

find (for or against)

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as in to rule (on)

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Graf also reiterated that his ruling was not a definitive finding of guilt, which will have to be determined by a jury during a future trial.

— Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 2 Sep. 2026
In a July 29 order, the court determined Millennia failed to make those fixes.

— Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 2 Sep. 2026

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Along with performances from Chappell Roan, Doechii and more, the festival provided a space where attendees could connect directly with the festival’s nonprofit partners and hear more about the issues and communities at the center of their work.

— Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026
Twice that day, Issa hears about earnest stuff Anton said to win voters over to Paul Baker’s side.

— Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2026

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