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something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim
she presented proof that she had not cheated
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Recent Examples of proof
Online testimonials, reviews and shoutouts fall under the category of social proof.
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John Hall, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Tangible proof exists with a minus-19 goal differential through 37 games compared to the minus-91 in 2023-24.
—Scott Powers, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
As proof of its rebirth, the vessel and new owner made the August 1959 cover of Sports Illustrated.
—Tristan Rutherford, Robb Report, 3 Jan. 2025
For proof, look no further than her city-chic dinner night outfit last October, in which a corduroy mini skirt from Acne Studios, a brown leather Madewell blazer, and Swift’s by-now-signature red lipstick played starring roles.
—Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 3 Jan. 2025
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John Hall, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Tangible proof exists with a minus-19 goal differential through 37 games compared to the minus-91 in 2023-24.
—Scott Powers, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
As proof of its rebirth, the vessel and new owner made the August 1959 cover of Sports Illustrated.
—Tristan Rutherford, Robb Report, 3 Jan. 2025
For proof, look no further than her city-chic dinner night outfit last October, in which a corduroy mini skirt from Acne Studios, a brown leather Madewell blazer, and Swift’s by-now-signature red lipstick played starring roles.
—Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proof
Noun
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Adams has previously alleged without evidence that the charges against him were politically motivated.—
Jared Gans,
The Hill,
22 Jan. 2025
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Releasing this video to the media, rather than presenting it as evidence in court, is another example of an unethical attempt to manipulate the public.—
Erin Keller,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Forman disputed the testimony of one of the most important witnesses at Melissa's trial — Dr. Manny Montez.—
Erin Moriarty,
CBS News,
18 Jan. 2025
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The trial also featured depositions and testimony from multiple CNN journalists and executives.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
17 Jan. 2025
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Companies in the business of making drugs or medical devices must produce reams of documentation for everything from research and clinical trials to product development to manufacturing and labels, Sarna said.—
Alex Konrad,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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Somewhat ironically, his documentation of Korea’s evolving leisure culture contains a strong work ethic.—
Hanna Park,
CNN,
13 Jan. 2025
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“Proof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proof. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.
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