BEAR OUT Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

bear out

verb

Definition of bear out

as in to verify

to give evidence or testimony to the truth or factualness of the newly discovered papers bore out the rumors about the president's personal life

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Recent Examples of bear out For many years, there was the presumption that content and pipeline/distribution companies should never come together, a lesson well borne out by history. — Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 30 June 2026 In its latter Colorado Republicans opinion, the Supreme Court specifically noted concerning practices born out of this conduit system. — John J. Martin, The Conversation, 30 June 2026 Their fears are borne out by statistics. — Ryan Lenora Brown, Christian Science Monitor, 26 June 2026 For the longtime content creators, the project was born out of the realization that a good number of fans who grew up watching them on YouTube are now raising children of their own. — Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for bear out

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Despite those guidelines, neither institution intervened, asked basic questions, or paused transactions long enough to verify what was happening.

— Ari Maas, New York Daily News, 11 July 2026
That seed money gets automatically deposited once an account is opened and verified.

— Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 11 July 2026

Definition of verify

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There were 55 wolves confirmed alive and nine wolf packs by the end of 2025, according to Fish and Wildlife’s annual wolf report.

— Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
Her parents, Mariano and Beatriz, confirmed the heartbreaking news to TMZ and shared a poignant tribute on Instagram, describing her death as a total shock and unexpected.

— Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026

Definition of confirm

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The defense had argued to delay the hearing, saying in court filings this spring the high volume of discovery meant Robinson’s attorneys would be unable to adequately prepare.

— Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
Proponents argue recordings would solve a long-standing crisis that leaves many proceedings with no verbatim record.

— Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026

Definition of argue

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The director of personal training at Chelsea Piers Fitness told Harper’s Bazaar that when used correctly, the plates can improve circulation and lymphatic flow, supporting recovery and reducing fluid buildup.

— Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026
Today, Tejada is studying health care in college with the goal of working for an organization that supports domestic violence survivors.

— Steve Maugeri, CBS News, 14 July 2026

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