history shows/has shown
idiom
—used for emphasis to indicate that something one states as a fact is based on examples from the past
History shows/has shown that such attempts have always failed.
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The stark difference in both candidates’ positions on how to lead America is likely to introduce uncertainty in markets, but history has shown that stocks usually rise after an election, irrespective of the outcome.
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Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024
The potential for a breakup remains speculative, but history has shown that bold moves can sometimes unlock significant value.
—Jim Osman, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
If history has shown us anything, expect Brady to have success in his new role as the Raiders’ minority owner.
—Vincent Frank, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
However, while he’s credited for leading the charge of European immigration to North America, history has shown that Columbus was less a heroic historical figure and more of an arch-villain, bringing disease, wars and more to what would eventually become the U.S. and brutalizing Native Americans.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 14 Oct. 2024
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Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024
The potential for a breakup remains speculative, but history has shown that bold moves can sometimes unlock significant value.
—Jim Osman, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
If history has shown us anything, expect Brady to have success in his new role as the Raiders’ minority owner.
—Vincent Frank, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
However, while he’s credited for leading the charge of European immigration to North America, history has shown that Columbus was less a heroic historical figure and more of an arch-villain, bringing disease, wars and more to what would eventually become the U.S. and brutalizing Native Americans.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 14 Oct. 2024
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“History shows/has shown.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/history%20shows%2Fhas%20shown. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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