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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
These isolated incidents further proves how self-advocacy is increasingly becoming embraced in hip-hop.
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Sughnen Yongo, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
From Eartha Kitt’s original holiday travel classic to Kardashian’s reinterpretation, the clip proves that even the most festive songs can become cultural phenomena, a memorial cultural moment when reimagined through chaotic, bizarre, and a perfectly imperfect human lens.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
New research proves why anyone suffering from back pain should approach surgery cautiously and choose a surgeon selectively.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
This proves Rocket Homes is committed to empowering homebuyers to make the best decisions for their unique needs.
—Jc Reindl, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024
Unfortunately, this question proves to puzzle poor Greg.
—Ashley Iasimone, Billboard, 22 Dec. 2024
Every once in a blue moon, a series like Better Call Saul will come around—the exception that proves the rule—and give us something fresh and compelling enough to justify its existence.
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Time is a flat circle, and Spartacus proves sword-and-sandals entertainment never goes out of style (hello, Gladiator II).
—Chris Snellgrove, EW.com, 22 Dec. 2024
But Lana proves that SZA really has no competition at all.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 21 Dec. 2024
Sughnen Yongo, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
From Eartha Kitt’s original holiday travel classic to Kardashian’s reinterpretation, the clip proves that even the most festive songs can become cultural phenomena, a memorial cultural moment when reimagined through chaotic, bizarre, and a perfectly imperfect human lens.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
New research proves why anyone suffering from back pain should approach surgery cautiously and choose a surgeon selectively.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
This proves Rocket Homes is committed to empowering homebuyers to make the best decisions for their unique needs.
—Jc Reindl, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024
Unfortunately, this question proves to puzzle poor Greg.
—Ashley Iasimone, Billboard, 22 Dec. 2024
Every once in a blue moon, a series like Better Call Saul will come around—the exception that proves the rule—and give us something fresh and compelling enough to justify its existence.
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Time is a flat circle, and Spartacus proves sword-and-sandals entertainment never goes out of style (hello, Gladiator II).
—Chris Snellgrove, EW.com, 22 Dec. 2024
But Lana proves that SZA really has no competition at all.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 21 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proves
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This once again demonstrates that Russia seeks to prolong the war and postpone peace for as long as possible.—
Barak Ravid,
Axios,
13 Mar. 2025
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Speaking outside the Education Department’s headquarters Tuesday, Cambridge said his team has helped allocate billions of dollars to districts across the state without issues, which demonstrates the efficacy of telework.—
William Melhado,
Sacramento Bee,
12 Mar. 2025
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This dynamic creates a major economic risk and with the pace at which AI progresses, the more likely that a winner-takes-all market emerges, as per Stiglitz.—
Hessie Jones,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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Political gap emerges The tech industry’s political allegiances remain divided.—
Nicholas Riccardi,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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According to a group of former Rams players, McVay establishes clear expectations, communicates effectively, and cultivates a collaborative culture of success.—
Mark LaSota,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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By consistently delivering high-quality, actionable insights, the company establishes itself as a go-to resource for solving key industry challenges.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Accelerating The Maturity Of Your Transformation As your organization’s digital transformation evolves, developing a COE also provides an opportunity to evaluate and refine your transformation at each stage of progress.—
Igor Rikalo,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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Policy rarely evolves without the presence of enabling technologies that are both accessible and affordable.—
Greg Robinson,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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The bow itself shows no signs of slowing down for 2025, especially not with high-profile stars like Fanning and Demi Moore wearing them to awards shows.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
8 Jan. 2025
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Even when streaming was in full swing, and shows like The Sopranos and The Wire were in the rearview mirror, everyone wanted to create their own Game Of Thrones.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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At the very least, Booker would be solid insurance at guard, and best-case scenario, the guard develops into an All-Pro in Miami.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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As Ellie and Dina’s relationship develops, is this reaction from the townsfolk going to become a theme?—
Alli Rosenbloom,
CNN Money,
13 Apr. 2025
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Yet as the story unfolds, Scrooge himself learns the profound value of a pause through his transformative journey with the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come.—
Scott Hutcheson,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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While in 2025 the foundations for the agentic web will be laid out, many variables will impact how this upcoming year unfolds.—
Cloris Chen,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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