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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
That opacity serves a clear purpose, but Martelli is enamored by it to a fault, and Inés’ refusal to question the people around her or make any significant decisions beyond keeping her mouth shut eventually proves more trying than helpful.
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David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 14 May 2026
Our rendition of the French bistro favorite proves that this dish doesn't have to be tricky.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 14 May 2026
Spied again on public roads in Europe, the 2027 BMW iX4 proves this to be true likely much to the chagrin of fans and enthusiasts.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 14 May 2026
As the film traipses between these various plot points, its nature as a collection of memories proves both its biggest strength and weakness.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 13 May 2026
What proves an emotional story point in the latest episode of Apple TV’s Margo’s Got Money Troubles took just as much behind-the-scenes planning, choreography and stuntwork to pull off safely for the actors.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 13 May 2026
If that premise proves durable, the real question may not be whether WayShot succeeds, but whether the broader imaging and creative software industry is forced to take notice.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 12 May 2026
However, more information has surfaced that proves that theory unlikely, according to health officials.
—ABC News, 12 May 2026
Maybe a rookie proves worthy this summer.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026
David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 14 May 2026
Our rendition of the French bistro favorite proves that this dish doesn't have to be tricky.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 14 May 2026
Spied again on public roads in Europe, the 2027 BMW iX4 proves this to be true likely much to the chagrin of fans and enthusiasts.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 14 May 2026
As the film traipses between these various plot points, its nature as a collection of memories proves both its biggest strength and weakness.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 13 May 2026
What proves an emotional story point in the latest episode of Apple TV’s Margo’s Got Money Troubles took just as much behind-the-scenes planning, choreography and stuntwork to pull off safely for the actors.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 13 May 2026
If that premise proves durable, the real question may not be whether WayShot succeeds, but whether the broader imaging and creative software industry is forced to take notice.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 12 May 2026
However, more information has surfaced that proves that theory unlikely, according to health officials.
—ABC News, 12 May 2026
Maybe a rookie proves worthy this summer.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proves
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Publishing books by authors who endorse the BDS movement demonstrates to Israeli readers that opposition to occupation, apartheid, and genocide is what lies at the heart of the boycott—a clearly legitimate form of nonviolent political protest.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
19 May 2026
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Python incentives and education specialist Robert Edman, with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, demonstrates how to catch a python during an event promoting the Florida Python Challenge 2020 Python Bowl in 2019.—
Morgan Rynor,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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Bear is overcome by the spell and emerges from the bathroom smiling—for one blissful moment, the two share the same deranged love.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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Whoever emerges faces a difficult path to the governor's office.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 May 2026
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In addition to the weekly shows and game coverage, the partnership also establishes a joint year-round collaboration focused on community initiatives that serve Southern California.—
CBS LA Staff,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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This establishes a safe zone called the Learned Homing Area.—
Jacek Krywko,
Scientific American,
13 May 2026
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Behavior evolves slowly through repetition, so transformation must be continuous.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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Trends change, culture evolves, but confidence and individuality never go out of style.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
18 May 2026
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According to the Wall Street Journal, new data shows the growth of xAI’s two-year old chatbot, Grok, has stagnated.—
Joe Wilkins,
Futurism,
14 May 2026
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Resident video shows aftermath Initial video released Sunday by a nearby resident showed officers running along the light‑rail tracks toward a person, and one officer kicking away what appears to be a gun from the individual on the ground.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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After losing everything, Dean turns to coaching youth hockey and develops meaningful relationships with the kids.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
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Trust develops through a substantial body of online content, including articles, podcasts, videos, and books.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Like the movie, the series begins as a deeply human story grounded in relationships that gradually unfolds into a large-scale, epic adventure.—
Ed Meza,
Variety,
14 May 2026
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Not every summer movie needs to be a mystery that unfolds hallway after hallway, with a creature hiding around every corner ready to pop out.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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