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as in to establish
to show the existence or truth of by evidence
the prosecutor used DNA evidence to prove the defendant's guilt
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as in to demonstrate
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
proved herself a great actress on the Broadway stage
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Recent Examples of prove
While many leather bags are structured and heavy even before packing, this one felt lighter than even some nylon alternatives and proved easy to carry whether tossed over a shoulder or worn crossbody with the long adjustable strap (sold separately).
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Talia Ergas, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2025
Both De Los Santos and Yom said research data on AI voice clones will likely follow a similar path, eventually proving that a fully functioning, natural-sounding voice can lead to not only a better life, but a longer one.
—April Dembosky, NPR, 22 July 2025
This is what has proven to be the most strategic approach in my own life.
—Stephanie Dillon, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
The approach Buffett pioneered has proven incredibly effective, raising millions over the years, with his final round alone bringing in $19 million.
—Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
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Talia Ergas, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2025
Both De Los Santos and Yom said research data on AI voice clones will likely follow a similar path, eventually proving that a fully functioning, natural-sounding voice can lead to not only a better life, but a longer one.
—April Dembosky, NPR, 22 July 2025
This is what has proven to be the most strategic approach in my own life.
—Stephanie Dillon, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
The approach Buffett pioneered has proven incredibly effective, raising millions over the years, with his final round alone bringing in $19 million.
—Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prove
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The plan is the department's effort to establish a clear vision while seeking community input to create a roadmap for the department over the next five years.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
24 July 2025
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Set your mower blade height at 3 inches and establish a mowing schedule that removes only about one-third of the grass blades each session.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
23 July 2025
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Meanwhile, heat styling has evolved, with faster tools, dynamic temperatures and more frequent use.—
Dahvi Shira,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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That's especially important if the malaria parasite evolves resistance against these new tools.—
Jonathan Lambert,
NPR,
23 July 2025
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By demonstrating ambition, clarity and joined up thinking locally, Manchester has built something that national government is now backing.—
Kath Mackay,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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This was demonstrated in a 2024 study evaluating the effectiveness of a turmeric-Boswellia formulation.10 Boswellia, also known as Indian frankincense, is an herbal extract that has been found to reduce inflammation.11 In this study, pain relief was quick.—
Lana Barhum,
Verywell Health,
24 July 2025
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Chioma Nnadi emerges as the obvious choice, currently serving as head of editorial content at British Vogue.—
Lilian Raji,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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A day later, dramatic footage emerged of a Syrian TV presenter fleeing a news studio mid-broadcast after an Israeli airstrike on a building framed in the cityscape behind her was captured live on air.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
18 July 2025
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Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton sat in a suite and received the loudest ovation from the crowd when he was shown on the videoboard.—
Doug Feinberg,
Chicago Tribune,
20 July 2025
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Byron, who is married with children, immediately hid when the couple was shown on screen.—
Jennifer Elias,
CNBC,
19 July 2025
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Self-awareness is an incredibly important skill to develop to get ahead of the psychological impact of victory.—
Brook Choulet,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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By investing in pedestrian safety, cities can develop more livable, and economically viable communities for future generations.—
Ascend Agency,
New York Daily News,
15 July 2025
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The Frenchman had fallen out of favor over the course of the year, going from a regular starter to benchwarmer before being left off the team sheet altogether for the past two matches.—
Braidon Nourse,
Denver Post,
19 July 2025
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However, without the technology of today, the two eventually fell out of contact.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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“Prove.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prove. Accessed 31 Jul. 2025.
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