unproven
adjective
un·prov·en
ˌən-ˈprü-vən 
British also -ˈprō-
: not tested and shown to be good, true, or useful : not proven
an unproven allegation/theory
unproven benefits
unproven technology
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Accusations of deleterious effects on human health have been investigated and found to be unproven.
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Ian Dexter Palmer, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
Caldwell said in the letter the allegations in the lawsuit, which are unproven, point to possible crimes that include abuse of authority, obstruction of justice, witness tampering and misconduct in office, as well as violations of MSP rules of conduct.
—Paul Egan, Detroit Free Press, 23 Oct. 2024
The proposal passed despite persistent objections from environmentalists who argued that storing industrial carbon emissions underground is unproven and could endanger nearby communities if there are leaks.
—Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2024
This high-risk, high-reward nature of venture capital is well-suited for funding transformative healthcare innovations deemed too new or unproven.
—Mariya Filipova, Forbes, 7 Oct. 2024
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Ian Dexter Palmer, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
Caldwell said in the letter the allegations in the lawsuit, which are unproven, point to possible crimes that include abuse of authority, obstruction of justice, witness tampering and misconduct in office, as well as violations of MSP rules of conduct.
—Paul Egan, Detroit Free Press, 23 Oct. 2024
The proposal passed despite persistent objections from environmentalists who argued that storing industrial carbon emissions underground is unproven and could endanger nearby communities if there are leaks.
—Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2024
This high-risk, high-reward nature of venture capital is well-suited for funding transformative healthcare innovations deemed too new or unproven.
—Mariya Filipova, Forbes, 7 Oct. 2024
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“Unproven.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unproven. Accessed 10 Nov. 2024.
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