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
Many are now scheduled for next year, proving again that delays are a constant in the space industry.
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Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
3 July 2026
As a result of Holzman’s advocacy and Dylan’s example, the singer-songwriter movement was born, once again proving that American music is defined not by its adherence to the past, but by its capacity for reinvention.
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Ted Olson,
The Conversation,
2 July 2026
Amazon challenged that assumption by proving consumers valued faster delivery enough to justify placing inventory in more locations, before ultimately regionalizing its fulfillment network.
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Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
2 July 2026
The companies that win long-term engagement will be the ones that stop describing trust and start proving it.
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Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
The world’s most famous oceanographer was proving, methodically, that the seafloor could be inhabited.
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Bill Gourgey,
Popular Science,
2 July 2026
As the community continues to grow, Crabby Baddies is proving that the strongest catch of the day may be the connections made along the pier.
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Loureen Ayyoub,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
Even celebrities like Nicole Kidman have been spotted embracing this luxe trend, proving its status as a sleek alternative to chunky athletic shoes that feel heavy and overly bulky on the move.
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Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2026
Sodais was left at the mercy of appealing the decision and needed help proving his case.
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Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
3 July 2026
As a result of Holzman’s advocacy and Dylan’s example, the singer-songwriter movement was born, once again proving that American music is defined not by its adherence to the past, but by its capacity for reinvention.
—
Ted Olson,
The Conversation,
2 July 2026
Amazon challenged that assumption by proving consumers valued faster delivery enough to justify placing inventory in more locations, before ultimately regionalizing its fulfillment network.
—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
2 July 2026
The companies that win long-term engagement will be the ones that stop describing trust and start proving it.
—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
The world’s most famous oceanographer was proving, methodically, that the seafloor could be inhabited.
—
Bill Gourgey,
Popular Science,
2 July 2026
As the community continues to grow, Crabby Baddies is proving that the strongest catch of the day may be the connections made along the pier.
—
Loureen Ayyoub,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
Even celebrities like Nicole Kidman have been spotted embracing this luxe trend, proving its status as a sleek alternative to chunky athletic shoes that feel heavy and overly bulky on the move.
—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2026
Sodais was left at the mercy of appealing the decision and needed help proving his case.
—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proving
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Netanyahu said that Israel is allowing the Lebanese army to begin preparing to take control of territory, while the Israeli military is establishing two pilot zones.
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The Gateway space station planned for lunar orbit was also canceled in favor of a stronger focus on establishing a base on the moon's surface.
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Driven by a growing panic over fast-evolving Chinese tech competitors, the old-world rivals are abandoning the tradition of corporate secrecy.
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Asia’s defense expansion reflects a structural shift in global security and industrial capacity, shaped by geopolitics, technology, and evolving alliances.
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To prevail in a habeas petition, Maxwell would need to show that serious constitutional violations occurred during her trial or sentencing, or that significant new evidence has emerged demonstrating her innocence.
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The couple spent their weekend at the Royal Castle of Ciergnon, demonstrating the close relationship between the Japanese and Belgian royal families.
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For budget-conscious attendees, new opportunities are emerging.
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Moffett doesn’t see any obvious M&A deals emerging from the separation of Comcast and NBCU.
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The idea was to reflect girlhood through different periods of American history, showing the changes and similarities in books and their accompanying dolls and historically accurate outfits.
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What started as a small barbecue competition with 12 teams has become a 44-year tradition with more than 100 teams showing up and showing out at the Great Lenexa BBQ Battle.
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Jamal Musiala spent much of his childhood in England, developing his game in Chelsea’s youth academy and playing for England’s youth teams with his close friend Jude Bellingham.
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Despite being at the center of this season’s developing drama, rookie deckhand Luke is a bit of a cypher.
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“Proving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proving. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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