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as in proving
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 establishing
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 displaying
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 explaining
to make plain or understandable
a few striking facts should demonstrate the complex nature of our topic
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as in illustrating
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 demonstrating
Yet members of Gen Z are also demonstrating new styles of communication fit for the future.
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Bill Connolly, Rolling Stone, 15 Oct. 2025
The protesters have been demonstrating across Brussels center, between Gare du Nord and Gare du Midi train stations, Reuters reported.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Ship also managed to relight one of its Raptors in space, demonstrating an ability that will be crucial for future missions to the moon and Mars.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Panahi and his classmates were among the first in their school to start demonstrating in the streets.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 14 Oct. 2025
Once again, the UAE has proven to be a true partner for peace with Israel, demonstrating that peace should be accomplished not by applying pressure, but through understanding and mutual benefit — a lesson other nations in the region would do well to recognize.
—Yossi Shelley, semafor.com, 13 Oct. 2025
In the video's caption, the mom gave a special shoutout to McLain for demonstrating her ASL abilities with the pre-game greeting.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
The Sidney-Levi side of the proceedings is less interesting but more dominant, demonstrating a strange misunderstanding of the show’s appeal.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 10 Oct. 2025
The paper published by Reines and Cowan in 1956, demonstrating the existence of neutrinos, changed that, kicking off nothing less than a new branch of science.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 10 Oct. 2025
Bill Connolly, Rolling Stone, 15 Oct. 2025
The protesters have been demonstrating across Brussels center, between Gare du Nord and Gare du Midi train stations, Reuters reported.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Ship also managed to relight one of its Raptors in space, demonstrating an ability that will be crucial for future missions to the moon and Mars.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Panahi and his classmates were among the first in their school to start demonstrating in the streets.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 14 Oct. 2025
Once again, the UAE has proven to be a true partner for peace with Israel, demonstrating that peace should be accomplished not by applying pressure, but through understanding and mutual benefit — a lesson other nations in the region would do well to recognize.
—Yossi Shelley, semafor.com, 13 Oct. 2025
In the video's caption, the mom gave a special shoutout to McLain for demonstrating her ASL abilities with the pre-game greeting.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
The Sidney-Levi side of the proceedings is less interesting but more dominant, demonstrating a strange misunderstanding of the show’s appeal.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 10 Oct. 2025
The paper published by Reines and Cowan in 1956, demonstrating the existence of neutrinos, changed that, kicking off nothing less than a new branch of science.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for demonstrating
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But a third of the way into the season, the 27-year-old is proving to be Atlanta’s most important veteran addition of the offseason.—
Josh Kendall,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Kate has relied on utility jackets for years, just proving how timeless and functional the style is.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
15 Oct. 2025
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Politically, the affluence manifested in Long Island establishing itself as a bastion of the Republican Party, showing strong support for Hoover in his doomed Presidential campaign against Roosevelt.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
18 Oct. 2025
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After establishing himself as a core player, Braun has put himself in position to earn upwards of $30 million per season.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
17 Oct. 2025
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Spanning two stories, the primary dwelling is introduced via a soaring entry foyer displaying large windows and a massive matchstick chandelier.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
17 Oct. 2025
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One of the biggest issues is the lack of confidence this Florida State team is displaying.—
D’Joumbarey Moreau,
Miami Herald,
16 Oct. 2025
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In explaining the plea agreement, Acosta claimed the case against Epstein was plagued with issues that may hinder a conviction.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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The vendor had already begun explaining her offerings to me in a mix of Spanish and English, but the AirPods drowned out most of her words.—
Matteo Wong,
The Atlantic,
16 Oct. 2025
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The Yore duffel bag was exhibited in its pattern pieces, illustrating the 78 parts and 72 hours of craftsmanship required for each creation.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
15 Oct. 2025
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Bryant once scored 50 against Iverson’s Sixers in a regular-season duel, illustrating the mutual challenge between them.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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The Shaderoom shared a video of Huston showing wounds on his face and confirming that Papoose hit him, by his account.—
Armon Sadler,
VIBE.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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In Tel Aviv, large crowds gathered in Hostage Square – the site of protest campaigns calling for the return of hostages over the past two years – to celebrate and watch large screens showing the progress of those being released.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
13 Oct. 2025
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Interestingly enough, the tumulus represents a meeting of Roman and Celtic traditions, though, by the looks of it, this funerary monument, possibly attached to a stately though unknown elite, was a symbolic gesture, piquing intrigue and revealing a slice of Roman life rarely seen.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Oct. 2025
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Restaurant management software company Toast recently released its 2025 Voice of the Restaurant Industry Survey, revealing that improving profitability was the top concern for operators headed into next year.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
19 Oct. 2025
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The noncomedogenic formula retains face oil’s nourishing benefits while honing in on calming, clarifying, and evening.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
17 Oct. 2025
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This story has been updated to add Freida’s second post, clarifying her request for prayers.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Oct. 2025
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