Meaning & use
declaration
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A formal or official statement or announcement.
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The country issued a declaration of independence in 1821.
Travelers must complete a customs declaration before entering the country.
A note on using this word
'Declaration' often implies a formal, sometimes ceremonial announcement, as in a 'declaration of war,' rather than a casual statement.
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