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Definition of prove oneself

: to show that one is able to do something or to succeed
  • She was eager to prove herself in her new job.
  • She has proven herself (to be) capable of excellent work.

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prove play

  1. : to learn or find out by experience

  2. : to test the truth, validity, or genuineness of

  3. : to test the worth or quality of

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oneself play

  1. : a person's self : one's own self

  2. : one's normal, healthy, or sane condition or self

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