Meaning & use
Acknowledges
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Accepts or admits the existence, truth, or reality of something.
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The report acknowledges several weaknesses in the original research design.
She finally acknowledges that she made a mistake during the meeting.
A note on using this word
Acknowledges is the third-person singular form of 'acknowledge,' implying a formal recognition of something as true, often used when admitting a fact or error.
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