Witness to Meaning in English
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Definition
To see an event happen and be able to confirm it, often something important, unexpected, or impressive. It can refer to both being present at an event or providing evidence about it.
Usage & Nuances
'Witness to' is usually followed by a noun or event ('witness to a crime', 'witness to history'). More formal than 'see', and often used in legal, historical, or significant contexts. Note: not the same as 'witness' (the person), but the act of witnessing something.
Example Sentences
He was a witness to the accident.
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I am lucky to be a witness to this moment.
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She served as a witness to the agreement.
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We were witness to an incredible sunset last night.
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The journalist became a witness to history during the revolution.
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You won't believe what I was a witness to while waiting for the bus.
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