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as in proves
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
substantiated his claim to local mountaineering fame with a photo of himself on the summit of Mount McKinley
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as in confirms
to give evidence or testimony to the truth or factualness of
Mr. MacGregor couldn't substantiate that it was Peter, and not some other rabbit, in the cabbage patch
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as in embodies
to represent in visible form
the artist's intense feelings are substantiated by his paintings' bold colors and broad brush strokes
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as in establishes
to show the existence or truth of by evidence
substantiate the need for a tuition increase with some concrete figures
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as in reinforces
to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea)
Darwin spent the rest of his life gathering evidence to substantiate his theory of the origin of species
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Ultimately, this synergy proves that the future of retail lies in erasing the barrier between physical products and digital engagement, turning everyday logistical touchpoints into powerful engines for brand loyalty.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
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This is the kind of player who, upon arrival in the show, proves to be worth the suffering of a tear-everything-down rebuild, a la Eldridge’s tall left-handed slugging counterpart on the Nationals this week, James Wood, who has emerged as one of baseball’s best players the past two seasons.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
11 June 2026
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Research in Frontiers in Psychology confirms that self-aware leaders make sharper decisions under pressure, sustain stronger teams and outlast peers across market cycles.—
Dr. Adil Dalal,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Midland Mayor Lori Blong confirms 1 person killed During a news conference, Midland Mayor Lori Blong confirmed that one person was killed.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
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In many ways, Neymar embodies the vision Brazilian soccer first showcased to the world back in 1970.—
Emile Nuh,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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Bishop’s Head of School Ron Kim said Ariadne embodies the qualities of scholarship, leadership and humanity.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 June 2026
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The new prototype is the final aircraft to join Vertical’s flight test fleet before the Company completes Critical Design Review (CDR), a major programme milestone that establishes the design baseline for certification.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
11 June 2026
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The rule establishes a process to determine how contracts will be prohibited.—
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
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Educators themselves appear particularly drawn to how the platform reinforces strong instructional practices rather than bypassing them.—
Wyles Daniel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 June 2026
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This perspective reinforces a fundamental truth that early detection remains our most practical tool to improve survival rates, simplify treatment and protect a patient’s quality of life.—
Eric Wargotz,
Baltimore Sun,
8 June 2026
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This inequality demonstrates a particular kind of economic and political harm that targets racially diverse and politically progressive young people.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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The format Liu helped build demonstrates how pharmaceutical brands can advance health equity not through advertising alone, but through cultural partnerships and community presence.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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This program verifies magnet performance before the parts are locked into the main reactor.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
30 May 2026
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The agency said the State Brand Inspector, which verifies livestock ownership through brands, and multiple county sheriff’s offices are investigating incidents of cattle shot and killed in Jerome and Gooding counties.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
29 May 2026
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Fishel hopes for reconciliation Fishel expresses hope that the sitcom's core four will reunite and renew their old bonds one day.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 June 2026
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Prada has so many facets and expresses itself in so many ways.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
8 June 2026
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“Substantiates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/substantiates. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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