Her parents' attitude only 'confirmed' [='strengthened, reinforced'] her resolve to get her own apartment.
The award 'confirmed' her status as one of the great movie actresses.
She was 'confirmed in' her determination to get a higher-paying job.
(..) Yes, sir. Tonight, China becomes the first world power Following the failure of diplomatic efforts of the United Nations, China has confirmed that its language experts have tonight delivered an ultimatum at the Shanghai site. In a televised statement, General Shang, (..)2016 Arrival