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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This viewership surge, representing a 90% increase from the previous year, demonstrated the expanding audience base for women's sports.—
Lindsey Darvin,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Greenwich Village had emerged as its epicenter.—
Grant Wong,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 Dec. 2024
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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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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 organization may get another $2 million from the city once its more developed, has a budget and can show what the original $3 million was spent on.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
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Agee said the parents may have a stronger case when the record on how the books are being used is more developed as the litigation continues.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA TODAY,
17 Jan. 2025
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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
Verb
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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
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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
Adjective
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Imagine a digital assistant like Alexa but 10,000 times more advanced.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
14 Feb. 2025
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Musiala’s contract extension has been inevitable for some time, with negotiations reaching an advanced stage towards the end of 2024.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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The new threat has angered because when Trump and Musk blew up a December 2024 year-end omnibus budget plan, a permanent funding mechanism for World Trade Center Health Program was one of the casualties.—
Nancy Cutler,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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Regarding medical respite, however, the patient would have to agree to the temporary placement while waiting for their permanent placement.—
Tom Zirpoli,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Feb. 2025
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“Proved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proved. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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