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as in demonstrates
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 establishes
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
proved herself a great actress on the Broadway stage
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Recent Examples of proves
Without giving away how the story unfolds, the Chairwoman feels like one of the more honest representations of the uber-wealthy (in a TV world oversaturated with examples), and her husband proves surprisingly effective in connecting the three male leads’ broader arc.
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Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026
Prime Minister Takaichi’s rise proves that Japanese society has matured enough to elect, and welcome, female leaders at the highest level.
—Yuriko Koike, Time, 15 Apr. 2026
On the ninth floor, a serene outdoor swimming pool proves that even amidst the hum of Bangkok, Aman knows how to turn down the volume.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Other times, the long wait for permanent housing proves demoralizing.
—Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
Developed in collaboration with Spanish manufacturer Kettal, the Eames Pavilion System proves that this midcentury concept can live on today—while also positioning itself within contemporary conversations around housing, access, and adaptability.
—Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 14 Apr. 2026
Metal bands too, as Sleep Token proves.
—Brendan Hay, SPIN, 13 Apr. 2026
This structural incompleteness proves the Lystrosaurus was still in a pre-hatching developmental stage.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Apr. 2026
And as Kidman proves, there's really no limit to what a great ponytail can do and be.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 9 Apr. 2026
Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026
Prime Minister Takaichi’s rise proves that Japanese society has matured enough to elect, and welcome, female leaders at the highest level.
—Yuriko Koike, Time, 15 Apr. 2026
On the ninth floor, a serene outdoor swimming pool proves that even amidst the hum of Bangkok, Aman knows how to turn down the volume.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Other times, the long wait for permanent housing proves demoralizing.
—Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
Developed in collaboration with Spanish manufacturer Kettal, the Eames Pavilion System proves that this midcentury concept can live on today—while also positioning itself within contemporary conversations around housing, access, and adaptability.
—Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 14 Apr. 2026
Metal bands too, as Sleep Token proves.
—Brendan Hay, SPIN, 13 Apr. 2026
This structural incompleteness proves the Lystrosaurus was still in a pre-hatching developmental stage.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Apr. 2026
And as Kidman proves, there's really no limit to what a great ponytail can do and be.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proves
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This action demonstrates the president’s monumental cruelty, total lack of empathy and compassion, pathological narcissism, boundless vengefulness, abysmal ignorance and glaring immaturity.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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This study demonstrates that decentralized agents can achieve complex goals by following minimal physical rules and responding to environmental cues.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Apr. 2026
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In Season 2, the characters are pulled back into action as a new global threat emerges, forcing them to recruit additional operatives to stop a widening conspiracy.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
22 Apr. 2026
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In them, an unexpectedly human Elizabeth II emerges.—
Gustavo Egusquiza,
Vanity Fair,
21 Apr. 2026
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The plan details various initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at key facilities such as the Port of Los Angeles and Los Angeles International Airport, as well as establishes methods to lower water use.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The contract establishes stricter controls over how Flock can access and use city data, requiring approval from city leadership for most actions.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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And as the neighborhood evolves, so too does the possibility that events like this will return in different forms.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Apr. 2026
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Your music sings and grows and evolves right along with life.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
19 Apr. 2026
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Surveillance video still haunts investigators April 18, 2016, surveillance video shows a person in tactical gear walking through Creekside Church in Midlothian.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The exhibition shows how, on rare occasions, the royal wardrobe was used to express something beyond respect for another nation.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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The work is being carried out at BMW’s Battery Cell Competence Centre in Munich, where the company develops cells for future generations of high-voltage EV batteries.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Apr. 2026
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The sequel, directed by Susanne Bier, follows sisters Sally (Bullock) and Gillian (Kidman) Owens, as Sally’s daughter (Joey King) uncovers family secrets and develops her own magical abilities.—
Katie Simons,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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Atrium Health Training Facility will not only be the site where Panthers practice unfolds but also where organized team activities (OTAs) and training camp take place.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Apr. 2026
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Without giving away how the story unfolds, the Chairwoman feels like one of the more honest representations of the uber-wealthy (in a TV world oversaturated with examples), and her husband proves surprisingly effective in connecting the three male leads’ broader arc.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2026
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