•[+ (that)] The suspect affirmed (that) he had been at home all evening.嫌疑犯声称他整个晚上都呆在家中。

•She affirmed her intention to apply for the post.她承认自己有意应征这个职位。

•The government has affirmed its commitment to equal rights.政府声明了其致力于权利平等的承诺。