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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
Overall, the property demonstrates a strong commitment to environmental responsibility, ethical labor standards, and cultural preservation.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Mar. 2026
Patience demonstrates care and prevents avoidable mix-ups.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 17 Mar. 2026
Jack Harlow’s sexless new album demonstrates a fundamental misunderstanding of neo-soul.
—Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 17 Mar. 2026
The accomplishment of the Pidden brothers demonstrates how creativity, persistence, and technical knowledge can lead to remarkable achievements.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 16 Mar. 2026
As both a lighting and props designer, Kasey demonstrates exceptional artistic vision and technical skill.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
While the magnitude of these surges varies by context, the temporal clustering of activity in both cases demonstrates that social media visibility is driven by discrete political and moral shocks rather than sustained baseline engagement.
—Arnaud Kurze, The Conversation, 9 Mar. 2026
As Lipa demonstrates, a vibrant piece like this one works best when paired with something simple.
—Olivia Allen, Vogue, 9 Mar. 2026
Doel’s entire series of projects — from the power bank to the e-bike to his home and now this car — demonstrates exactly that.
—Ryan Brennan
march 6, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Mar. 2026
Patience demonstrates care and prevents avoidable mix-ups.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 17 Mar. 2026
Jack Harlow’s sexless new album demonstrates a fundamental misunderstanding of neo-soul.
—Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 17 Mar. 2026
The accomplishment of the Pidden brothers demonstrates how creativity, persistence, and technical knowledge can lead to remarkable achievements.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 16 Mar. 2026
As both a lighting and props designer, Kasey demonstrates exceptional artistic vision and technical skill.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
While the magnitude of these surges varies by context, the temporal clustering of activity in both cases demonstrates that social media visibility is driven by discrete political and moral shocks rather than sustained baseline engagement.
—Arnaud Kurze, The Conversation, 9 Mar. 2026
As Lipa demonstrates, a vibrant piece like this one works best when paired with something simple.
—Olivia Allen, Vogue, 9 Mar. 2026
Doel’s entire series of projects — from the power bank to the e-bike to his home and now this car — demonstrates exactly that.
—Ryan Brennan
march 6, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for demonstrates
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Like Season 1’s Ronald Gladden, Anthony Norman proves there really are a few lovely gems still sprinkled among our ever-eroding society.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2026
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Keep promises small and specific, then share a realistic timeline that proves your commitment and gives you space to work.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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The measure, which passed on the consent calendar as its second reading, establishes protections to ensure that city facilities and contracts are not used to facilitate discrimination, unlawful detention, or the criminalization of individuals based on immigration status.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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Parent voters must provide additional identification or documentation that establishes themselves as the parent, legal guardian or temporary custodian of a child enrolled in the school.—
Hope Moses,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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This means that previous modelling was likely overly optimistic of engine performance, and reveals that real engines will like underperform with existing designs.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Mar. 2026
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The grainy technique is particularly visible in Il grand letto azzurro (1965), featured in the Lévy Gorvy Dayan show, where close inspection of the teal bedspread reveals a tan floral pattern made up of non-pigmented sand.—
Stephanie Sporn,
Vogue,
21 Mar. 2026
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The brand grew out of Pacific Pharma (now part of Amorepacific), which explains its derm-minded approach.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
21 Mar. 2026
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This is where the real magic will happen, the Navy explains.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Mar. 2026
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But nothing illustrates the need quite as clearly as seeing it firsthand.—
John Garrahan,
The Providence Journal,
19 Mar. 2026
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The story of how the Higgs particle was discovered illustrates this.—
Mariangela Lisanti,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
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This is another passage in the Chelsea game that shows the proximity of Nmecha and Calvert-Lewin, running towards each other under a high ball.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
20 Mar. 2026
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Bain shows plenty of power in his pass rushing ability.—
Joseph Hoyt,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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When in dog mode, the car’s touchscreen displays the inside temperature to inform passers-by that the pet is safe.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
16 Mar. 2026
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The exhibition displays about 35 posters that gives a glimpse on this 1970s cultural force.—
Hema Sivanandam,
Mercury News,
16 Mar. 2026
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Your 11th House of Social Networks brightens as the intuitive Moon conjoins studious Mercury, so thoughtful outreach strengthens bonds and clarifies shared goals, especially within teams and community circles.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
17 Mar. 2026
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The agreement clarifies that the court denied Morris’ motion to dismiss based on the ecclesiastical abstention doctrine.—
Alexa Shrake,
Dallas Morning News,
17 Mar. 2026
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