statement

Definition

  • noun: something that you say or write in a formal or official way
  • noun: something 'stated'
  • often used in the phrase 'make a statement'
  • synonyms: parthian shot, a priori principle, account

Examples

  • She thinks she's 'making a fashion statement' [=being fashionable in a bold way], but I think she looks ridiculous.

  • The company's 'mission statement' emphasizes its ongoing commitment to meeting the needs of the community.

  • The government 'made a statement' [=sent a message] by setting stiff punishments for repeat offenders.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - Objection, Your Honor, - Sustained, Withdrawn, Sorry, Your Honor, The jury will disregard that last statement, (J.J.) I make mistakes, but I always make two copies, The one I turn in is always free of errors because Chief Massey's on my case (..)
    1994 The Glass Shield
  • (..) I'm trying to establish here, with all the evidence at hand, - that this man is probably lying! - Objection! Move to strike, Sustained, The jury will disregard the last statement, (Kern) Thank you, Your Honor, Why do you always have to carry your gun? 'Cause I'm always on duty, - You've changed, (..)
    1994 The Glass Shield