prove (to be) useful

idiom

: to be eventually found to be helpful

The data could prove (to be) useful in identifying future problems.

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If Russia wants to distract the West in the event of a big move, Bosnia could prove useful to the Kremlin. —

Melinda Haring, Foreign Affairs, 19 Nov. 2021 Until now, no one has quantified this impact, a data point that will prove useful in advocating for efforts to alleviate tension. —

Gabriella Rosen Kellerman, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024 But there are a few smaller and lower price point items that are marked down and can prove useful in your kitchen. —

Wilder Davies, Bon Appétit, 3 Oct. 2024 This is why the Biden administration’s pursuit of a revival of the JCPOA may prove useful, even if its proximate objective is not achieved. —

Michael Singh, Foreign Affairs, 25 Oct. 2021 See all Example Sentences for prove (to be) useful

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