proof of purchase

noun phrase

: evidence showing that something was bought
Keep the receipt as proof of purchase.

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Instead, customers can contact Crystal Temptations directly with proof of purchase to claim a refund. — Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026 Eligible class members who submit a valid claim do not need to provide proof of purchase or any additional documentation. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 24 July 2026 The proof of purchase is displayed on that individual’s Sportsmen Conservation License as a privilege like a hunting or fishing license. — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 19 July 2026 Duffy said United, Delta, JetBlue and Southwest were offering $200 one-way flights for people who had Spirit confirmation numbers and proof of purchase for a limited time. — Arkansas Online, 3 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for proof of purchase

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“Proof of purchase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/proof%20of%20purchase. Accessed 5 Oct. 2026.

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