as in proven
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1
as in demonstrated
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 emerged
to come to be
the new automobile engine design proved impractical
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as in established
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
proved herself a great actress on the Broadway stage
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Recent Examples of proved
Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 26 Dec. 2024
And many strikes proved far deadlier.
—Patrick Kingsley, New York Times, 26 Dec. 2024
Ever since SpaceX proved lower-cost satellite launches were possible with reusable rocket technology, the market for small satellite launches has grown at record speed.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 25 Dec. 2024
His efforts ultimately proved successful when President Biden signed the legislation into law.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 25 Dec. 2024
Rudolph proved popular, writes Smithsonian.
—John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Several key stat lines proved to be consistently lopsided in favor of the victors.
—Giovanni Malloy, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Thompson and his team recovered significant amounts of gold and artifacts to great fanfare, but the euphoria proved short-lived.
—Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
The transition to South Indian filmmaking style proved challenging for the actor.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Dec. 2024
Verb
The second attempt for a preliminary injunction proved successful.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 26 Dec. 2024
And many strikes proved far deadlier.
—Patrick Kingsley, New York Times, 26 Dec. 2024
Ever since SpaceX proved lower-cost satellite launches were possible with reusable rocket technology, the market for small satellite launches has grown at record speed.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 25 Dec. 2024
His efforts ultimately proved successful when President Biden signed the legislation into law.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 25 Dec. 2024
Rudolph proved popular, writes Smithsonian.
—John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Several key stat lines proved to be consistently lopsided in favor of the victors.
—Giovanni Malloy, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Thompson and his team recovered significant amounts of gold and artifacts to great fanfare, but the euphoria proved short-lived.
—Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
The transition to South Indian filmmaking style proved challenging for the actor.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proved
Verb
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Initially, the company demonstrated leadership in the energy sector by pledging to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 or earlier.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Confidence is demonstrated in action.—
Chris Westfall,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The reports emerged in Italy but they have been played down by Newcastle and by Howe.—
Chris Waugh,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Greenwich Village had emerged as its epicenter.—
Grant Wong,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 Dec. 2024
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Barkley established himself from the jump in Brazil, and his three TDs were the deciding factor in a win over the Packers that went to the brink.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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Drivers here already pay congestion-style taxes for ride-sharing in certain parts of the city, a policy established during the COVID-era to close a budget gap.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The past year’s paltry outcome will surely cast a shadow over relations between developed and undeveloped countries, the most imperiled of which view the weak finance deal as a betrayal of trust.—
Zoë Schlanger,
The Atlantic,
13 Dec. 2024
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According to a longstanding investment rule at OpenAI, the rights over developed AGI technology are excluded from its IP investment contracts with companies such as Microsoft.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
6 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Initially celebrated as a spiritual observance commemorating the hope found in the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, Christmas has evolved to embrace universal themes of goodwill and generosity.—
Priscilla Whitehead,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
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Over time, Hanukkah has evolved from a historical commemoration into a celebration of resilience — a key pillar of Jewish identity.—
Priscilla Whitehead,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
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However, Barcelona showed a concentration and seriousness befitting of what was asked of them, but unbecoming of the turbulent moment this squad are going through.—
Laia Cervelló Herrero,
The Athletic,
5 Jan. 2025
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More than 330 million people throughout the world suffer from depressive disorders, and a 2019 study showed that 7% of Americans reported moderate or severe symptoms of depression in the previous two weeks.—
Ronnie Cohen,
NPR,
5 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Salah did drop back to support his team-mates defensively on occasion, but Slot’s comments showed his preference to keep the Egypt international in an advanced position to try to expose the gaps left behind by the advancing Kerkez.—
Mark Carey,
The Athletic,
3 Feb. 2025
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This significant increase in speed is accompanied by a remarkable reduction in operational resistance by 22% and a weight decrease of 10%, thanks to the use of advanced materials, such as carbon fiber composites and magnesium alloys.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
2 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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In 1994, Virgil converted his 160-acre family farm to a permanent wildlife conservation area by planting tall grass prairie.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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The current round of Workday layoffs in Pleasanton are being described as permanent.—
George Avalos,
The Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2025
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“Proved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proved. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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