proof positive
noun
: something which definitely shows that something else is true or correct : definite proof
The photograph is proof positive that the accident happened the way he described.
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Yesterday’s announcement that Iran will limit compliance with parts of the nuclear agreement is proof positive that the Trump approach is not working.
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Sanam Vakil, Foreign Affairs, 9 May 2019
So his supporters say that's proof positive, that he's never been more mentally alert than at that moment.
—Taylor Wilson, USA TODAY, 26 July 2024
For the contemporary brat, youth is nothing to be ashamed of and imperfections are proof positive of humanity.
—Cady Lang, TIME, 24 July 2024
Over two decadent days of shorefront dining, a hammam ritual, and even rubbing shoulders with a celeb or two, the Mandarin rendered me a Turkish delight in human form: proof positive of Mandarin-caliber hospitality brilliance.
—Paul Jebara, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2024
From vintage finds with incredible provenance to modern masterpieces in strange materials, these watches are proof positive of the enduring appeal of the humble wristwatch and its strong bond with musicians everywhere.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 18 June 2024
Tagliatelle topped with a ragu sauce, grated parmesan and a drizzle of high-quality olive oil is proof positive that good ingredients and extra care always deliver the best results.
—Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 7 May 2024
Intertwined with the franchise’s history via his connection to Negan, while simultaneously becoming a cackling, cowardly lunatic of his own mold entirely, the Croat is proof positive that there’s still more juice in the Walking Dead franchise.
—Josh Wigler, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Mar. 2024
President Biden’s Executive Order is proof positive of that.
—Steven Aquino, Forbes, 13 Nov. 2023
Sanam Vakil, Foreign Affairs, 9 May 2019
So his supporters say that's proof positive, that he's never been more mentally alert than at that moment.
—Taylor Wilson, USA TODAY, 26 July 2024
For the contemporary brat, youth is nothing to be ashamed of and imperfections are proof positive of humanity.
—Cady Lang, TIME, 24 July 2024
Over two decadent days of shorefront dining, a hammam ritual, and even rubbing shoulders with a celeb or two, the Mandarin rendered me a Turkish delight in human form: proof positive of Mandarin-caliber hospitality brilliance.
—Paul Jebara, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2024
From vintage finds with incredible provenance to modern masterpieces in strange materials, these watches are proof positive of the enduring appeal of the humble wristwatch and its strong bond with musicians everywhere.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 18 June 2024
Tagliatelle topped with a ragu sauce, grated parmesan and a drizzle of high-quality olive oil is proof positive that good ingredients and extra care always deliver the best results.
—Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 7 May 2024
Intertwined with the franchise’s history via his connection to Negan, while simultaneously becoming a cackling, cowardly lunatic of his own mold entirely, the Croat is proof positive that there’s still more juice in the Walking Dead franchise.
—Josh Wigler, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Mar. 2024
President Biden’s Executive Order is proof positive of that.
—Steven Aquino, Forbes, 13 Nov. 2023
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“Proof positive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/proof%20positive. Accessed 25 Oct. 2024.
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