as in evidence
something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim
she presented proof that she had not cheated
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Recent Examples of proof
Its reception in Pakistan and recognition on the global festival stage are proof of its universal resonance.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Sep. 2025
As for Edward’s fling with Cochrane in the show, there isn’t any proof that that happened, but Knight sees it as a logical next step to maximize entertainment value.
—Olivia B. Waxman, Time, 25 Sep. 2025
This oven air fries, dehydrates, proofs dough, toasts and even slow cooks, has a wide temperature range that roasts up to 30% faster than conventional air fryers.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2025
And not necessarily the way the math department would teach them with the proofs.
—Laura Isensee, Scientific American, 25 Sep. 2025
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Sep. 2025
As for Edward’s fling with Cochrane in the show, there isn’t any proof that that happened, but Knight sees it as a logical next step to maximize entertainment value.
—Olivia B. Waxman, Time, 25 Sep. 2025
This oven air fries, dehydrates, proofs dough, toasts and even slow cooks, has a wide temperature range that roasts up to 30% faster than conventional air fryers.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2025
And not necessarily the way the math department would teach them with the proofs.
—Laura Isensee, Scientific American, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proof
Noun
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According to the 17th Judicial District Attorney’s Office, the evidence didn't point to Kristil's alleged stalker, but her own husband.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
27 Sep. 2025
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Although the incidents were, on paper, entirely separate, Skeet and his allies believed they were linked and evidence of a conspiracy, orchestrated by Brandon and his allies, to remove them from power in the county.—
Mitch Moxley,
Rolling Stone,
27 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Johnson ruled that Gaines and the other athletes’ lawsuit may now advance to limited initial discovery, in which both parties will have 90 days to share relevant documents and give testimony.—
Abby Monteil,
Them.,
26 Sep. 2025
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The case will advance to limited initial discovery, meaning the parties need to provide testimony and share relevant emails and other documents.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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On the sidelines, a pop-up program will feature workshops ranging from Emirati comics to a photography and documentation tour, while panels and keynote sessions will delve into the role of cinema in shaping youth culture.—
Essie Assibu,
Variety,
30 Sep. 2025
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The lack of proper documentation in that youth’s case led the office to conduct a statewide review, which showed similar problems.—
Shelly Bradbury,
Denver Post,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Proof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proof. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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