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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
This action demonstrates the president’s monumental cruelty, total lack of empathy and compassion, pathological narcissism, boundless vengefulness, abysmal ignorance and glaring immaturity.
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Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 21 Apr. 2026
This study demonstrates that decentralized agents can achieve complex goals by following minimal physical rules and responding to environmental cues.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 20 Apr. 2026
Opposition lawmakers are demanding Starmer resign, arguing his appointment of Mandelson despite warnings about reputational risks demonstrates poor judgment that has plagued his tenure since July 2024.
—Jill Lawless, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Bruce demonstrates how those links play out in a single individual across traits that matter day-to-day, such as social dominance.
—ArsTechnica, 20 Apr. 2026
Before each take, creator and showrunner Sam Levinson would make a hand gesture like a slithering snake — Akinnuoye-Agbaje demonstrates it — to evoke the energy Alamo should have.
—Molly Lambert, Vulture, 20 Apr. 2026
The history of the modern teen pregnancy prevention era demonstrates this fraught public discourse.
—Riley J. Steiner, STAT, 20 Apr. 2026
But others, as your letter demonstrates, might find the cost and effort exhausting.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 18 Apr. 2026
During the residency, writers develop an original script that demonstrates their voice.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 14 Apr. 2026
Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 21 Apr. 2026
This study demonstrates that decentralized agents can achieve complex goals by following minimal physical rules and responding to environmental cues.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 20 Apr. 2026
Opposition lawmakers are demanding Starmer resign, arguing his appointment of Mandelson despite warnings about reputational risks demonstrates poor judgment that has plagued his tenure since July 2024.
—Jill Lawless, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Bruce demonstrates how those links play out in a single individual across traits that matter day-to-day, such as social dominance.
—ArsTechnica, 20 Apr. 2026
Before each take, creator and showrunner Sam Levinson would make a hand gesture like a slithering snake — Akinnuoye-Agbaje demonstrates it — to evoke the energy Alamo should have.
—Molly Lambert, Vulture, 20 Apr. 2026
The history of the modern teen pregnancy prevention era demonstrates this fraught public discourse.
—Riley J. Steiner, STAT, 20 Apr. 2026
But others, as your letter demonstrates, might find the cost and effort exhausting.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 18 Apr. 2026
During the residency, writers develop an original script that demonstrates their voice.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 14 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for demonstrates
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Thirteen courses later, Rannaghor proves that the region’s culinary past is also a portal to its future.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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And the whole business proves, happily, to have a lot of heart — broken sometimes, but that’s life, even in Toontown.—
Television Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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At its core, the bill establishes clear and consistent standard of fairness.—
Rep. Nick Menapace,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2026
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For schools with bigger projects, Litardo said, the district also establishes a design advisory team like the one Sadowski joined.—
Maria Benevento,
Kansas City Star,
20 Apr. 2026
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AnnaLynne exclusively reveals to PEOPLE that the former rugby player, 38, proposed nearly four months ago at her Los Angeles home on Christmas Day, when they were surrounded by loved ones.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
11 Apr. 2026
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The fictional Cabinet uses the Constitution’s 25th Amendment to force the Democratic President to undergo a physical examination, which reveals a brain tumor that was affecting his judgment and emotional state.—
Leonard Greene,
New York Daily News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Mike Jones of The Athletic explains why the lack of top-tier quarterback prospects beyond Fernando Mendoza limits the intrigue typically expected of NFL drafts.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
24 Apr. 2026
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Each mural is accompanied by a link to the project’s website, which explains its mission and provides background on and pictures of each plant species featured in the murals.—
Madeline King,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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The film not only records this injustice but also illustrates the possibility of friendship across divides, delivering a poignant exploration of the occupation.—
Patrick Hipes,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2026
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But as Mackintosh persuasively illustrates, the familiar emotions of jealousy, infatuation and eventually indifference — these persist and can flourish in any relationship, however free of prohibition.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Apr. 2026
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While the handling of the outburst by BAFTA and the BBC wasn’t ideal for anyone involved, the outrage and fallout from the event shows that Davidson’s lifelong mission to educate the wider population about Tourette syndrome is ongoing, and so important.—
Katie Walsh,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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In the wake of the Iranian attack on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz yesterday, MarineTraffic tracking data shows an almost total standstill of vessels transiting through the waterway.—
Sean Nevin,
NBC news,
24 Apr. 2026
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Sure, Wallace proudly displays his championship medal and ring in his home.—
Steve Reaven,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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In both Evil Dead Rise and The Mummy, Cronin displays a curiosity for using these tropes to display the rot at the heart of the nuclear family unit.—
Gregory Nussen,
Deadline,
16 Apr. 2026
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The new law clarifies responsibilities for the CCC chair and executive director, which has been a point of contention for commissioners.—
State House News Service,
Boston Herald,
19 Apr. 2026
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August 23 – September 22 Deep work clarifies what truly matters.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Demonstrates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demonstrates. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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