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Declaration
01
(law) an official written document that people sign to agree on something or accept something as true
Examples
The parties signed a declaration of intent to formalize their agreement.
He submitted a sworn declaration to the court outlining his version of events.
02
a formal statement made either orally or in writing
Examples
The president made a declaration of a national emergency in response to the natural disaster.
Her declaration of love took him by surprise.
03
an official resolution or statement adopted collectively, by vote
Examples
The council passed a declaration condemning the attack.
The assembly adopted a declaration on climate policy.
04
a formal announcement made publicly or officially
Examples
The president made a declaration of emergency.
His declaration to run for office drew national attention.
05
(in bridge) the final bid that determines the contract and number of tricks required
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Her declaration set the contract at three hearts.
The declaration committed the team to make ten tricks.
06
a formal listing or report of taxable goods or properties subject to duty
Examples
He completed a customs declaration before boarding.
The officer checked their declaration form at the airport.
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