Meaning of the word "bear witness to" in English

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bear witness to

US /ber ˈwɪtnəs tuː/
UK /beə ˈwɪtnəs tuː/

Idiom

to provide evidence or proof of something; to confirm the truth of something

Example:
The empty streets bear witness to the severity of the lockdown.
His long career bears witness to his dedication to the arts.