1
as in establishing
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 evolving
to come to be
the new automobile engine design proved impractical
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as in demonstrating
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
proved herself a great actress on the Broadway stage
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Recent Examples of proving
The singer and talk show host wore a light-wash, relaxed-fit pair on a recent episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show, proving the breezy silhouette is every bit as warm-weather-friendly as your favorite sundress.
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Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026
There was no evidence proving a hostile state orchestrated the fires because police never discovered El Money's motive or who the figure worked for, said Cmdr.
—ABC News, 15 June 2026
Her products aren't just sold in Chicago, but nationwide, proving dreams can come true.
—Shardaa Gray, CBS News, 15 June 2026
Luis has spent 60 years proving that Chicanos aren’t on the margins of the American story.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 15 June 2026
Despite relentless pressure from Vinicius and Raphinha, Brazil couldn’t capitalize on its other chances and were held 1-1 by the African champions, who are proving that their semifinal appearance four years ago in Qatar wasn’t a fluke.
—Kels Dayton, Hartford Courant, 14 June 2026
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is a perfect example of this phenomenon, proving that a Caribbean destination dupe doesn't have to be on the ocean.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 14 June 2026
Beyond proving basic flight characteristics, the test campaign will evaluate aircraft handling, endurance, mission systems integration, and overall operational performance.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 14 June 2026
That objection is proving to have less force with time.
—Ravi S. Bhalla, Fortune, 13 June 2026
Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026
There was no evidence proving a hostile state orchestrated the fires because police never discovered El Money's motive or who the figure worked for, said Cmdr.
—ABC News, 15 June 2026
Her products aren't just sold in Chicago, but nationwide, proving dreams can come true.
—Shardaa Gray, CBS News, 15 June 2026
Luis has spent 60 years proving that Chicanos aren’t on the margins of the American story.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 15 June 2026
Despite relentless pressure from Vinicius and Raphinha, Brazil couldn’t capitalize on its other chances and were held 1-1 by the African champions, who are proving that their semifinal appearance four years ago in Qatar wasn’t a fluke.
—Kels Dayton, Hartford Courant, 14 June 2026
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is a perfect example of this phenomenon, proving that a Caribbean destination dupe doesn't have to be on the ocean.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 14 June 2026
Beyond proving basic flight characteristics, the test campaign will evaluate aircraft handling, endurance, mission systems integration, and overall operational performance.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 14 June 2026
That objection is proving to have less force with time.
—Ravi S. Bhalla, Fortune, 13 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proving
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Onboard mechanical systems convert the kinetic movement of waves into a steady supply of electricity, establishing a continuous power source that functions independently of weather-dependent terrestrial renewables like solar or wind.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
19 June 2026
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Worthington spent 14 seasons in the major leagues and appeared in 602 games, establishing himself as one of the premier relief pitchers of his era.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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This collaboration reflects Sooka’s commitment to expanding our content ecosystem with innovative, mobile-first formats that resonate with evolving viewing habits.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
17 June 2026
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Property Play covers new and evolving opportunities for the real estate investor, from individuals to venture capitalists, private equity funds, family offices, institutional investors and large public companies.—
Diana Olick,
CNBC,
17 June 2026
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Through it all, Sirianni has been adaptable, demonstrating a willingness to make big changes on the fly.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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The humanities will survive not by defending an imagined past of disinterested purity, but by demonstrating their necessity in a fractured republic.—
The Atlantic,
The Atlantic,
16 June 2026
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The software can adjust flight paths, react to emerging threats, coordinate with nearby aircraft, and support mission objectives without constant operator input.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
18 June 2026
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As climate change supercharges storms and other extreme weather, rewilding projects are emerging as one solution — harnessing the skills of animals to create more resilient landscapes.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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On Wednesday, a TikTok user posted a video showing a woman who, from afar, resembled Swift standing on a balcony of her $17 million seaside home in Rhode Island.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
20 June 2026
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Ancelotti pointed out that a number of underdogs at this year’s World Cup have been showing great intensity.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2026
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The agreement imposed limits on Iran's nuclear program to prevent it from developing nuclear weapons.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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Rodriguez has been developing the concept for more than a decade, based on drawings and stories created with and for his children.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
18 June 2026
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“Proving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proving. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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