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as in demonstrates
to show the existence or truth of by evidence
the prosecutor used DNA evidence to prove the defendant's guilt
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as in establishes
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
proved herself a great actress on the Broadway stage
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Recent Examples of proves
But the data proves that horror sells tickets.
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Angelique Jackson, Variety, 1 Apr. 2026
Their reunion proves to be more complicated and dramatic than romantic, leading Kitty to find new friends — and romances — while building a life in the South Korean city.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
Motorola Smartphone Deal The Motorola Razr Ultra proves that a flip phone can have both style and substance.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 1 Apr. 2026
Both Athie, who plays the best friend role with a charming innocence and reserve, and a fiery Haim who holds nothing back and proves Licorice Pizza was no fluke, are superb in support.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
And while precious few of the other bits pay off as well as that one (a killer voice assist from a certain celebrity goes a long way), its madcap absurdity proves typical of a movie that’s willing to do anything to amuse its target audience.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 31 Mar. 2026
The transformation in Broward County proves that embracing innovation enhances safety.
—Ian Cohen, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2026
As romantic silhouettes continue to gain momentum season after season, spring/summer 2026 proves that pink is no longer reserved for overtly feminine dressing.
—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2026
Still, the verdict proves that social media companies are not immune from responsibility for their impact on users.
—Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
Angelique Jackson, Variety, 1 Apr. 2026
Their reunion proves to be more complicated and dramatic than romantic, leading Kitty to find new friends — and romances — while building a life in the South Korean city.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
Motorola Smartphone Deal The Motorola Razr Ultra proves that a flip phone can have both style and substance.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 1 Apr. 2026
Both Athie, who plays the best friend role with a charming innocence and reserve, and a fiery Haim who holds nothing back and proves Licorice Pizza was no fluke, are superb in support.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
And while precious few of the other bits pay off as well as that one (a killer voice assist from a certain celebrity goes a long way), its madcap absurdity proves typical of a movie that’s willing to do anything to amuse its target audience.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 31 Mar. 2026
The transformation in Broward County proves that embracing innovation enhances safety.
—Ian Cohen, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2026
As romantic silhouettes continue to gain momentum season after season, spring/summer 2026 proves that pink is no longer reserved for overtly feminine dressing.
—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2026
Still, the verdict proves that social media companies are not immune from responsibility for their impact on users.
—Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proves
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Their willingness to adapt demonstrates forward-thinking leadership from BORA.—
Ian Cohen,
Sun Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2026
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Simpson’s paradox demonstrates how counterintuitive statistics can be This article is from Proof Positive, our friendly newsletter that explores the joys and peculiarities of math.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
31 Mar. 2026
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In this season’s conversations with writers—who all listen to the institute’s archival sound of writers across decades—a new theme emerges.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 Apr. 2026
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Growth emerges through both solitude and participation, and the works reflect this tension.—
Olga Garcia-Mayoral,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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Proposed by MKs Simcha Rotman and Yulia Malinovsky, the law establishes the practical mechanisms — procedural and evidentiary — to secure convictions of Nukhba terrorists, after which the death penalty could be imposed.—
Benjamin Weinthal , Amelie Botbol,
FOXNews.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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The draft legislation establishes safety standards, insurance requirements and data privacy protections.—
John Seng,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Mar. 2026
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Differing interpretations of dark matter’s meaning Some scientists, such as astrobiologist Adam Frank, warn that seeking sacredness in topics like dark matter might end in disappointment because science constantly evolves.—
Deepa Bharath,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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What Happens Next The White House has said no final decision has been made on deploying ground troops, but officials continue to face questions as the conflict evolves and costs mount.—
Steve Mollman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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The video shows Woods being handcuffed after failing a sobriety test.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Scientific evidence shows that kratom carries real risks that are often downplayed or misunderstood.—
Andrew Kolodny,
The Conversation,
2 Apr. 2026
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Unsettled pattern develops A stationary front will linger through the end of the week bringing a chance of rain each day from Thursday through the weekend.—
Gregory Padgett,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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While Japan has domestic oil reserves and is procuring crude from the United States, Zipair told CNBC in an email that supply conditions could still become more challenging depending on how the conflict develops.—
Sydney Goh,
CNBC,
30 Mar. 2026
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Early conversations about money, time, or care may feel stretchy, but clarity softens bumps as the day unfolds.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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When the pair walk into his old stomping grounds for a drink, a story of old flames unfolds in between shots of a solo Langley singing the song while two-stepping couples dance around her.—
Charisma Madarang,
Rolling Stone,
2 Apr. 2026
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