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as in proven
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proved
verbpast tense of prove
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1
to show the existence or truth of by evidence
- the prosecutor used DNA evidence to prove the defendant's guilt
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2
to come to be
- the new automobile engine design proved impractical
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to gain full recognition or acceptance of
- proved herself a great actress on the Broadway stage
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