proof of purchase

noun phrase

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

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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 Consumers can contact Stephan Baby for a refund or store credit with proof of purchase. Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 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 Aug. 2026.

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