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as in proves
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
you must demonstrate your scientific thesis before a jury of your professional peers
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as in establishes
to show the existence or truth of by evidence
the paleontologist hopes to demonstrate that dinosaurs once existed in central Peru by unearthing the fossil evidence
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as in reveals
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
the babysitter's actions during the emergency demonstrate beyond doubt her general dependability
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as in explains
to make plain or understandable
a few striking facts should demonstrate the complex nature of our topic
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as in illustrates
to show or make clear by using examples
the visiting physicist demonstrated very graphically several basic scientific principles
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Recent Examples of demonstrates
No wonder, then, that voters cling to the fantasy of the self-effacing candidate—the kind who demonstrates his worthiness of the office by not wanting it at all.
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Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 11 Nov. 2025
The leadership, spearheaded by Seth, consistently demonstrates a commitment to doing what’s right for the consumer, which speaks volumes about their integrity and dedication.
—Jennie Bell, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
How Frankenstein demonstrates the downside of a science untempered by humanity.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 10 Nov. 2025
Again and again Ephesians comes back to this, that the reason that God has called people to believe in Jesus is in order to create a community which demonstrates to the world that new creation has been launched.
—Belinda Luscombe, Time, 10 Nov. 2025
Published in Advanced Functional Materials, the work demonstrates that the coatings are functional, robust, and suited to long-term outdoor deployment.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2025
Huynh’s encounter demonstrates the difficulty people have just figuring out what agency an officer represents, especially since most DHS agencies do not have standard uniforms.
—Andy Rose 19 Hr Ago, CNN Money, 9 Nov. 2025
Despite states’ commitments to protect the rights of journalists to carry out their work freely and safely, the lack of action by states demonstrates an alarming and deeply dangerous failure by the international community to uphold the rule of law when violations occur.
—Scott Griffen, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
What’s next Our research demonstrates that policy-level solutions work.
—Anthony Bald, The Conversation, 3 Nov. 2025
Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 11 Nov. 2025
The leadership, spearheaded by Seth, consistently demonstrates a commitment to doing what’s right for the consumer, which speaks volumes about their integrity and dedication.
—Jennie Bell, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
How Frankenstein demonstrates the downside of a science untempered by humanity.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 10 Nov. 2025
Again and again Ephesians comes back to this, that the reason that God has called people to believe in Jesus is in order to create a community which demonstrates to the world that new creation has been launched.
—Belinda Luscombe, Time, 10 Nov. 2025
Published in Advanced Functional Materials, the work demonstrates that the coatings are functional, robust, and suited to long-term outdoor deployment.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2025
Huynh’s encounter demonstrates the difficulty people have just figuring out what agency an officer represents, especially since most DHS agencies do not have standard uniforms.
—Andy Rose 19 Hr Ago, CNN Money, 9 Nov. 2025
Despite states’ commitments to protect the rights of journalists to carry out their work freely and safely, the lack of action by states demonstrates an alarming and deeply dangerous failure by the international community to uphold the rule of law when violations occur.
—Scott Griffen, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
What’s next Our research demonstrates that policy-level solutions work.
—Anthony Bald, The Conversation, 3 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for demonstrates
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The pro-union, NYCHA-founding leader who fought Tammany Hall and improved New York City’s public infrastructure proves there’s precedent for big social change in this town.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
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Despite looking like a fighter pilot who could win a game of dogfight football, Colin isn’t framed as a temptation for Marissa, and a lack of sexy secrets proves to be a recurring blind spot for the series, even if those two have plenty of other skeletons in their massive, boring closets.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
6 Nov. 2025
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Another provision establishes an access ban for minors.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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The endowment establishes the Kevin Feige Division of Film & Television Production and will be a source of funding for faculty, students with additional programmatic support.—
Leia Mendoza,
Variety,
4 Nov. 2025
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Inside the mule, California shearling brings warmth while a semi-transparent gum sole reveals the ERL logo beneath.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
10 Nov. 2025
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The resulting internal split within the Democratic Party reveals a high-stakes debate about legislative priorities, political strategy, and the practical impacts of government closures nationwide.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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But as Lilly explains to Ronnie, telling the truth now won’t do anything to absolve Hank — everyone already thinks Lilly is crazy.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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At the train station when Kelley is about to depart, Howie explains his backstory to keep Kelley from leaving.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
9 Nov. 2025
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The work accomplished at Silent Swarm 2025, along with technology such as the TEEMS device, illustrates how the company is architecting the advantage for today’s performance and tomorrow’s success along the tactical edge.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Nov. 2025
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In a novel that is so alert to where climate change is leading the world, a narrative frame that illustrates migration as linear and largely redemptive feels anachronistic.—
Tope Folarin,
The Atlantic,
8 Nov. 2025
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Dak Brinkley shows pass rushing ability KU freshman defensive end Dak Brinkley recorded the first two sacks of his college career on back-to-back plays in the second quarter.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
9 Nov. 2025
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The atlas shows routes spanning from Spain to Syria, connecting more than 5,000 ancient settlements.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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The second postcard displays a tree that is bursting with coins, as if money is sprouting from the branches.—
Tope Folarin,
The Atlantic,
8 Nov. 2025
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The map displays the 40 airports required by the FAA to reduce flights, which are primarily major airports in large cities with high volumes of air traffic.—
Rob Wile,
NBC news,
7 Nov. 2025
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Liu clarifies that despite being published under a Japanese pseudonym, Terao Tetsuya, the author is Taiwanese.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
5 Nov. 2025
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Proposition 410 asked voters to ratify language that clarifies language on mayoral term limits.—
Elena Santa Cruz,
AZCentral.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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