1A definite or clear expression of something in speech or writing.

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1. 1.1 An official account of facts, views, or plans, especially one for release to the media.
   （对事实、观点或计划的正式）官方声明；报道
   the officials issued a joint statement calling for negotiations

   部长们发表一项联合声明要求进行谈判。

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   • The next day, she released a statement to the media that reaffirmed her testimony.
   • The PCT will call a special board meeting and release public statements outlining the plans.
   • The Commission then agreed with the Acting Head of Public Works to release a media statement to correct the situation.
   • Because of ‘commercial sensitivities’ an official statement will only be released late next week.
   • Earlier they released a statement saying they planned to spend Christmas with family and close friends.
   • After the verdict Alexander's parents, Stephen and Kirstie Graham, released a joint statement condemning the legal system.
   • He said there was a groundswell of opinion among backbenchers, and said he had been involved with a statement released detailing the plans.
   • The official statement has been released, the CEO and Chairman have taken a couple of calls, spoken to one or two members of the press.
   • He suggested the two sides release a joint statement announcing Beltran would be playing elsewhere next season.
   • The report and the accompanying media release and other statements are here.
   • Penske officials released a statement saying Kvapil's job is safe, but the team needs a complete overhaul.
   • Defence Ministry officials said a joint statement could be issued at the conclusion of the discussions.
   • The company issued a statement following national media reports that the York factory was in danger of shutting down in the wake of falling exports of Kit Kats.
   • ‘It will therefore serve a better purpose to issue official statements for media consumption,’ Bernama quoted him as saying.
   • Where weapons testing in the past was generally shrouded in secrecy, the explosion of the superbomb in Florida was accompanied by a press release, official statements and even video footage.
   • After the informal, but closed-door, meetings, the leaders will issue two joint statements, the official said.
   • This was the case in relation to the product recalls referred to above, when advertisements were placed in national newspapers and statements released to the media.
   • In public statements, Clear Channel claimed it was pulling the plug because of indecent content.
   • When eventually the protesters were released, their initial statements to the media were about how this is a day to celebrate, but it is also a solemn day.
   • But the couple's agents released a joint statement yesterday, confirming the pair have separated.
2. 1.2 A formal account of events given by a witness, defendant, or other party to the police or in a court of law.
   （由证人、被告或别的当事人向警察或法院就事件所做的）陈述，供述
   she made a statement to the police

   她向警方作了陈述。

   Example sentencesExamples

   • The said witness gave a statement to the police as well as testimony at trial.
   • On 15 December 1996 they both attended the police station and made statements.
   • The General Secretary of the TUC, in a witness statement provided to the Court, said this.
   • When it came to the defence case the appellant was simply called and asked to confirm on oath that the statement under caution she had made to the police was true.
   • A witness [H] made a statement to the police in which he says [A] admitted to him that he had given your brother heroin.
   • Mrs Gower did not give evidence to the Tribunal, nor was a witness statement from her submitted by either party.
   • The Claimant made a further statement to the police on 2 January 2003 in support of her complaint.
   • He made those statements to police and prosecutors.
   • The statements of the police officers and the civilian witnesses were also disposed of.
   • I appreciate that in your witness statements in the judicial review, you have referred to financial difficulties.
   • Police investigation procedures were insensitive to the state in which the child was when he or she made a statement to police or testified in court.
   • The trial judge found that the appellant was unresponsive at times to English statements made by the police officers.
   • The charge arose out of the fact that Miss Wan gave a witness statement to the police in which she provided a false alibi for Iftikhar.
   • The Defendant's witness statement stated that he received the keys and moved in on 2 August.
   • I reported this to the police and I made a statement describing the events.
   • Those events occurred in court before Reynolds had provided a statement to the police of his knowledge of the activities of this appellant.
   • A witness statement of Detective Constable Breakwell was also read to the jury.
   • Objection was taken to the statement of Police Constable Trow being admitted in evidence, but we found it was properly admitted.
   • All appellants made statements to the police against Ashton and Webber.
   • The only evidence from Mr. Parks is the statement taken by a police officer.
3. 1.3 An expression of an attitude or belief that is made by means of actions or appearance.
   the hope is that they will fill the stands and terraces to make a statement about the importance of this club

   a tattoo can be more than just a fashion statement–it has potential medical value

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   • Those who condemn this movie on the ground that it "promotes impure thoughts" are making a statement about themselves.
   • It seems to have become a fashion statement to carry a chihuahua around in one's purse like a tube of lipstick.
   • The Kinsey report had blown taboos out of the water and the hippy movement made free love a political statement.
   • She's not making a fashion statement or selling an image.
   • This film seems to be making a statement about the tyranny of the majority and how those who are considered different are ostracised.
   • A close study of its history reveals that the moustache is more than a fashion statement.
   • The painting also makes a strong political statement.
   • Bell-bottoms are a fashion statement.
   • It was at first assumed that the 68-year-old premier was trying to make some bizarre fashion statement.
   • It would be disingenuous to deny that the programme makes a statement, but I don't think people should jump to the conclusion that there is a disenchantment with traditional theatre.
   • Despite the occasional jab at bigots, however, the movie does not really come across as a political statement.
   • In initiating this exchange with his mother, Henry is likely to have been making a statement about his own autonomy and transition into manhood.
   • But in these show-all, tell-all days, the bra strap is a fashion statement all its own.
   • Those early pictures in the family album showing ladies with hats, veils and scarves and men in dustcoats were not so much fashion statements as a reflection of necessity.
   • There is something beautifully reassuring about the presence of an antique grandfather clock in a home; it makes a statement about permanence and comfort that's hard to beat.
   • Some people who were buying a fur said they never thought to buy a fur, but they felt a compulsion to make a statement.
   • She was perhaps the first woman to make a fashion statement by wearing a brassiere outside her normal clothing.
   • It's important that my music can make a statement against division, hatred and injustice.
   • A ringtone is a broadcast fashion statement, designed to be overheard.
   • By sending a thank you letter to anyone who refers a customer to you, you've not only shown your appreciation, but you've made a statement about the way you do business.
4. 1.4as modifier Denoting something, such as a visually striking piece of jewelry, clothing, or interior decoration, that is intended to convey a particular attitude or image.
   pure white walls and floors allow her statement furniture to take center stage

   she accessorized with a dazzling orange scarf and a statement necklace

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   • Bigger is better when it comes to statement jewelry, with large-scale earrings and necklaces among the holiday accessory offerings.
   • All jetsetters need a pair of statement sunglasses.
   • Wearing a statement necklace or bold cuff makes a dramatic impact.
   • The collection features a mix of neon, statement body-con dresses, skater skirts, leathers, leggings, hooded dresses and bright prints.
   • Worn with the matching earrings, this remarkable statement piece is set to be the very epitome of glamour this summer!
   • Statement necklaces are all the rage for spring.
   • For Spring, Giannini looked back to that golden era of the late 1960s, where long tunics, oodles of ruffles, and major statement jewels were de rigueur.
   • Statement jewels are a great way of dressing up a casual outfit during the festive season.
   • Opulent outfits and glittering statement jewelry pieces aren't just for night time.
   • Considered the ultimate in contemporary bedroom design, leather beds are the must-have statement pieces.
   • For dinner with friends, opt for a pretty sweater dress, shearling boots, and a gorgeous statement necklace.
   • Nothing spices up a solid tee faster than a printed scarf or colorful statement necklace.
   • Swap your sensible flat shoes for heels, add a glittery scarf and statement jewellery.
   • Chunky necklaces and oversized cocktail rings have long packed a punch as go-to statement pieces.
   • Smart, slick, suited women abound; there is plenty of statement jewellery and a fondness for glamour and glitz.
   • Boring mealtimes are set to be spiced up, as Irish designers produce statement pieces for the table that bring individuality to place settings.
   • This season, the designer again paired the best of wearable neutrals with bold statement pieces.
   • Her silver metallic clutch and simple approach to accessorizing let the bold red statement dress stand on its own.
   • Moulded from polyethylene in three colours - anthracite grey, white and silver grey - these chairs are great statement pieces for the roof terrace, garden room and poolside.
5. 1.5 A document setting out items of debit and credit between a bank or other organization and a customer.
   报表，结算单，账单
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   • Some go through potential victims' bins, looking for credit card statements whose information they can then use to pretend the card has been stolen and have a replacement redirected to a new address.
   • You also may request copies of monthly statements from your bank and credit card providers.
   • Go through your checkbook and credit card statements for the past year and list each check or itemized credit card charge in its proper category.
   • If you find that your bank/credit card statements do not yield all of these expenses, you could try tracking your expenditure by noting down everything you spend in a notebook for a week.
   • For example, paying attention in math class will help you with those monthly cash flow statements.
   • Legislation should make it obligatory for credit card statements to give how long it would take to pay the current debt off if only the minimum payment is made each time.
   • Log in to your online accounts regularly, and check bank, credit and debit card statements to ensure that all transactions are legitimate.
   • Check your recent bank and credit card statements to see how you've been spending your money over the past three to six months.
   • But, I've seen people I know put utility bills, or worse, bank or credit card statements, or receipts, in the bin without even ripping them up, so many times.
   • Each member receives a monthly statement showing either a debit or credit balance.
   • The only exception to this attitude would be that I do check my bank and credit card statements.
   • Ms Smith wants to know how long should she keep her bank and credit card statements for.
   • In the United States, when the bank sends a statement to the customer it attaches to it all items drawn by him and debited to his account.
   • Now simply ignore any unusual transactions on your bank and credit card statements for the next six months.
   • Always monitor your monthly billing statements and credit reports, and shred any documents that contain personal information.
   • The value of transactions will be limited by the customer's existing credit rating, and transaction details will be entered on credit and debit card statements, not on the customer's phone bill.
   • A monthly statement shows customers how much they have borrowed and what borrowing facilities remain.
   • The software has already faced some criticism over its ability to show users cached versions of supposedly-secret files and web pages, such as online bank and credit statements.
   • Also, be suspicious if you no longer receive credit card statements or other important mailings.
   • Credit card statements often cause distress because of overspending.
6. 1.6 The expression of an idea or opinion through something other than words.
   their humorous kitschiness makes a statement of serious wealth

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   • The idea of a comedy to make a profound social statement is a wonderful idea.
   • Street theater is one of the safest and easiest ways to make powerful statements without words.
   • Nevertheless, her film makes a clear statement regarding the aboriginal communities.
   • Give these guys the Mercury Prize, and do they sit down fretting about making some kind of serious statement?
   • If you want to make a serious fashion statement, think Joan Crawford, and buy a full-on pair of gauntlet-style gloves.
   • The movie never makes a clear statement about freedom of speech.
   • If you want to make a serious political statement, write a book or a newspaper column or something.
   • The band had not intended to make an overwhelmingly serious statement with Rattle and Hum.
7. 1.7Music The occurrence of a musical idea or motive within a composition.
   a carefully structured musical and dramatic progression from the first statement of this theme

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   • One hears the fullest statement of the Dowland song, with its original harmonies, at the end.
   • He tended to change the theme in its successive statements, so that the principal subject of a rondo would never appear the same twice.
   • Thus one of the important elements of classical sonata form, the contrast between statements and developments, is rendered somewhat problematic.
   • The theme, an eight-bar structure of stentorian semibreve piano chords, receives six doggedly unvaried statements.
   • Melodic statements often begin boldly but clearly - pitches and rhythms one can remember or indeed sing - for the first phrase.
   • Even in chamber music, Beethoven always found a voice for the monumental statement.
   • The outer movements are astringent, hard driving musical statements.
   • The ground's ten totally enclosed and unvaried statements are the constant harmonic determinant.