as in confirms
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 bears out
But the new album’s rhythmic focus bears out the description.
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Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 6 May 2026
If Pantheon’s math bears out, the increase in gas prices would account for more than two-thirds of the firm’s projected 1% monthly increase in the overall CPI.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2026
But Weiss also put a heavy emphasis on rebuilding trust, a problem that certainly bears out in polls.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 27 Feb. 2026
Our experience bears out research showing that longer sequences of prerequisite courses often serve to weed students out of STEM pathways.
—Tammi Marshall, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
The first single also touts a music video that bears out that narrative.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 16 Jan. 2026
Locals and wildlife experts say the Eaton fire exacerbated the situation, driving many bears out of their natural habitat in search of food, water and shelter.
—Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2026
According to Scripps, that bears out in the data, at least to start.
—Sasha Richie, Dallas Morning News, 9 Jan. 2026
Sacramento’s food scene grew more global Sacramento has long been recognized as one of the most diverse cities in the country, and that bears out in its food offerings.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 1 Jan. 2026
Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 6 May 2026
If Pantheon’s math bears out, the increase in gas prices would account for more than two-thirds of the firm’s projected 1% monthly increase in the overall CPI.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2026
But Weiss also put a heavy emphasis on rebuilding trust, a problem that certainly bears out in polls.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 27 Feb. 2026
Our experience bears out research showing that longer sequences of prerequisite courses often serve to weed students out of STEM pathways.
—Tammi Marshall, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
The first single also touts a music video that bears out that narrative.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 16 Jan. 2026
Locals and wildlife experts say the Eaton fire exacerbated the situation, driving many bears out of their natural habitat in search of food, water and shelter.
—Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2026
According to Scripps, that bears out in the data, at least to start.
—Sasha Richie, Dallas Morning News, 9 Jan. 2026
Sacramento’s food scene grew more global Sacramento has long been recognized as one of the most diverse cities in the country, and that bears out in its food offerings.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 1 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bears out
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Disruption is permanent, and AI is the divider The 2026 AlixPartners Disruption Index, polling executives across 11 countries and 10 industries confirms that disruption is now the operating baseline.—
Catherine Nekavand,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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Mayo Clinic Press confirms that anxiety produces real physical responses, including labored breathing, muscle tightening and activation of the sympathetic nervous system.—
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 May 2026
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For context, canvassing is a post-election process that verifies that all valid ballots cast are accurately counted and included in the final election result.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
2 May 2026
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The document essentially verifies that Muhsen abandoned his bond obligations.—
Marvin Hurst,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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The filing also argues Flagg's performances are not comparable to Swift's album or brand.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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Letter urges reconsideration of design In a letter to church elders, Hubbard argues that newer LDS temple designs suggest tall steeples are not always necessary.—
Erin Jones,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
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