Acknowledge
Acknowledge verb - To accept the truth or existence of (something) usually reluctantly.
Testify and acknowledge are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Testify" instead a verb "Acknowledge".
Testify
Testify verb - To make a solemn declaration under oath for the purpose of establishing a fact.
Acknowledge and testify are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Acknowledge" instead a verb "Testify".
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- To complete the downer ending, the various characters who treated her badly during the play all testify at the trial, and refuse to acknowledge that they did anything wrong or bear any responsibility for her death.
Source: Downer Ending / Theater
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