as in proof
something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim
do you have any evidence that this bike is yours?
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Recent Examples of evidence
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
Facility-level data gives brands the evidence needed to demonstrate compliance, substantiate product claims, and respond to regulatory requirements without relying on generalized assumptions or supplier declarations.
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Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
25 June 2026
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
These photos, too, bore traces of Surrealism, as evidenced by his portrait series of Magritte, whose iconicity reflects that of the artist himself.
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News Desk,
Artforum,
12 June 2026
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Detectives are continuing an investigation that began weeks ago, Azarcon said, and are analyzing evidence to see whether the six are linked to additional crimes.
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Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
Facility-level data gives brands the evidence needed to demonstrate compliance, substantiate product claims, and respond to regulatory requirements without relying on generalized assumptions or supplier declarations.
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Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
25 June 2026
Verb
Prince William and Kate Middleton's youngest son Prince Louis is arguably the most entertaining of the future king and queen's three children—as evidenced by his annual appearance at Trooping the Colour.
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Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
These photos, too, bore traces of Surrealism, as evidenced by his portrait series of Magritte, whose iconicity reflects that of the artist himself.
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News Desk,
Artforum,
12 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for evidence
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Some states have argued that requiring applicants to provide documentary proof of their citizenship could pose a significant barrier to voting because several forms of government ID don't include citizenship information, and many Americans don't have passports.
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The attorneys general challenged several of its directives, including a provision that required state and local officials to collect proof of citizenship from vote-by-mail applicants.
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The pathologist documented extensive bruising and hemorrhage involving Joanna’s abdomen, flanks, back, buttocks, thighs and lower extremities, according to the affidavit.
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The involvement of non-Shiite communities in Muharram rituals has long been documented across South Asia, including among groups known as Hussaini Brahmins, whose traditions have incorporated elements associated with both Hinduism and Shiite Islam.
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Prosecutors charged King with perjury in October 2025 when he was accused of lying during grand jury testimony; however, those charges were thrown out in December before being refiled in March.
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The testimony offers a rare window into how Epstein allegedly tried to use compromising information to manipulate at least one powerful public figure.
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None of the allegations in the Georgia lawsuit have been proven in court, and the defendants have yet to file responses to the complaint.
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The firms asked the judge to dismiss the case Wednesday, arguing Uber had failed to prove fraud.
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Your Petition — filed three business days before the deadline, without any supporting information or documentation, and only after abandoning your recent litigation efforts to avoid NCAA sanctions — does not provide a basis for the League to alter those plans.
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This growing need has led to the emergence of specialized crypto recovery firms that focus on blockchain analysis, digital investigations and forensic documentation.
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The organization is seeking investors willing to accept modest returns in exchange for preserving historic buildings, supporting local businesses and maintaining the character of West Marin communities.
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Clear expectations help everyone support your goals.
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Those who have sustained a severe burn or dirty wound should follow up with a booster after five years, according to the CDC.
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The driver of the bus sustained minor injuries.
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Shirilla's lawyers took that judgment to the Eighth District Court of Appeals, which upheld Russo's decision, as the Supreme Court did again on Tuesday.
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In focus was the crowded ballot of liberals looking to represent the state's 1st Congressional district, the subject of a legal redistricting battle in recent months after the state Supreme Court upheld a new map in February that was set to deliver a Democratic win.
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“Evidence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evidence. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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