Affirm \a-'farm\ verb to state that something is true. From Latin affirmăre, to make firm.
Based on the dictionary definition, which sentence correctly uses the word
affirm?
A. The senator's speech gave an affirm view of his beliefs about
raising taxes.
B. Suzie's report card affirmed her poor grades when it arrived with
an award certificate for making the honor roll.
C. Holly affirmed that she had attended the concert and showed us
her ticket stub as proof.
D. The principal asked the student to give an affirm answer so his
punishment would not be harsh.

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