as in evidences
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 proofs
But a number of brands have been releasing stronger tequilas that are bottled at much higher proofs, and the latest to join this growing category is Patrón.
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Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2026
The Zcash blockchain can do this thanks to a technology known as zero-knowledge proofs that allows a user to verify a transaction is true without seeing identifying details.
—Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 13 Apr. 2026
Currently, formalizing mathematical proofs in this way is a time-consuming, intricate process that itself takes substantial mathematical knowledge and is a bit of a craft.
—Konstantin Kakaes, Quanta Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026
Computer programs that check mathematical arguments, such as proofs, have existed for decades.
—Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 26 Mar. 2026
The route to durable faith in God often runs not through logical proofs or the sciences, but through awe, wonder, and an attunement to the beauty and poetry of the world, natural and otherwise.
—Elizabeth Bruenig, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2026
Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2026
The Zcash blockchain can do this thanks to a technology known as zero-knowledge proofs that allows a user to verify a transaction is true without seeing identifying details.
—Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 13 Apr. 2026
Currently, formalizing mathematical proofs in this way is a time-consuming, intricate process that itself takes substantial mathematical knowledge and is a bit of a craft.
—Konstantin Kakaes, Quanta Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026
Computer programs that check mathematical arguments, such as proofs, have existed for decades.
—Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 26 Mar. 2026
The route to durable faith in God often runs not through logical proofs or the sciences, but through awe, wonder, and an attunement to the beauty and poetry of the world, natural and otherwise.
—Elizabeth Bruenig, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proofs
Noun
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Scholars didn’t confirm Bambaataa’s actual birth name until 2016, when oral testimonies circulated about his abuse allegations.—
Mosi Reeves,
Rolling Stone,
9 Apr. 2026
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By compiling a vast database of this material and sharing it through impactful social videos, the project has reached millions, providing vital eyewitness testimonies and interactive resources to document the atrocities faced by the people of Gaza.—
Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Time 100 list also features personal testimonials for each of the celebrity honorees, often written by their Hollywood peers.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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YouTube is coming back to TV upfronts week with Trevor Noah serving as emcee of its 2026 Brandcast presentation for advertisers, along with a big group of YouTube creators including Dude Perfect and Alex Cooper providing testimonials about the power of the platform.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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About 2 miles north on Central, though, stand more quiet monuments, testaments to Native American resistance and resilience.—
Rebecca 'Becca' Dyer,
AZCentral.com,
5 Mar. 2026
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One of the greatest testaments to the French Laundry’s influence has been the sheer number of alumni who have opened acclaimed restaurants of their own, from Grant Achatz’s Alinea to Corey Lee’s Benu to René Redzepi’s Noma.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
19 Nov. 2025
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“Proofs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proofs. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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