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Recent Examples of proven
Because of my proven record, I am endorsed by almost 400,000 teachers, local superintendents and school leaders, and school employees statewide, represented by the California Federation of Teachers, Association of California School Administrators, and California School Employees Association.
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Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 27 May 2026
Despite a viral online claim, scientists and doctors have repeatedly said the anti-parasitic drug ivermectin is not a proven treatment.
—Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Lazarus said parents should prioritize the proven safety strategies that prevent drowning, such as close supervision, and think of swimsuit color as an extra precaution.
—Laura Berrios, AJC.com, 19 May 2026
The Braves sent veteran pitcher Doyle Alexander to Detroit — the Tigers were in a playoff race and needed a proven starter — for Double-A pitching prospect Smoltz.
—David O'Brien, New York Times, 9 May 2026
Stopping tax hikes is the central fight in this election, and North County needs a proven tax-fighter to stand up to the board majority’s tax-and-spend agenda.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
However, proven options—like over-the-counter medications and a healthy diet—may help reduce symptoms.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 28 Apr. 2026
As long as the Cubs are forced to rely on less proven arms while manager Craig Counsell navigates usage and injuries, preventing big innings by stranding runners is an important piece of the pitching staff’s effectiveness.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
The collaboration is designed to address specific engineering challenges that arise when moving from a proven physics model to a functional energy facility.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 22 Apr. 2026
Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 27 May 2026
Despite a viral online claim, scientists and doctors have repeatedly said the anti-parasitic drug ivermectin is not a proven treatment.
—Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Lazarus said parents should prioritize the proven safety strategies that prevent drowning, such as close supervision, and think of swimsuit color as an extra precaution.
—Laura Berrios, AJC.com, 19 May 2026
The Braves sent veteran pitcher Doyle Alexander to Detroit — the Tigers were in a playoff race and needed a proven starter — for Double-A pitching prospect Smoltz.
—David O'Brien, New York Times, 9 May 2026
Stopping tax hikes is the central fight in this election, and North County needs a proven tax-fighter to stand up to the board majority’s tax-and-spend agenda.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
However, proven options—like over-the-counter medications and a healthy diet—may help reduce symptoms.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 28 Apr. 2026
As long as the Cubs are forced to rely on less proven arms while manager Craig Counsell navigates usage and injuries, preventing big innings by stranding runners is an important piece of the pitching staff’s effectiveness.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
The collaboration is designed to address specific engineering challenges that arise when moving from a proven physics model to a functional energy facility.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proven
Adjective
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While there's no confirmed location, yet, experts have been able to rule out a few possibilities.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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The confirmed tornado moved across parts of Enid, a city of about 50,000 people in Garfield County near the state's northern border, according to the National Weather Service.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Folks need to have a valid match ticket for the charter service, which is only available on match days, and begins around five hours before kickoff and will operate three hours after the game.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 June 2026
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These were all valid objectives, but none of them clearly defined the decision the system was meant to improve.—
Hari Sonnenahalli,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Even a small change to a pre-established part of your schedule — like having breakfast outside instead of at the table — can break couples out of flying on autopilot.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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In some instances, mounds that were removed or holes that were filled were later re-established, volunteers say.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 May 2026
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Methane is around 80 times more effective at trapping heat than carbon dioxide over a 20-year period.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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While the team at Oxford works to find out if its new vaccine will be effective against the Bundibugyo strain, WHO is reportedly considering using Merck’s Ebola vaccine, called Ervebo, to treat patients.—
Mary Whitfill Roeloffs,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
Adjective
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One lays out regulations for the safety and care of children in foster care, and one gives courts guidelines for how to handle parental visits in cases of substantiated abuse.—
Shannon Tyler
May 6,
Idaho Statesman,
6 May 2026
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The one substantiated allegation regards office culture and is not related to any of the more serious accusations of fiscal mismanagement.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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As the federal government seeks to impose populism from above, pluralism from above is another real possibility.—
Katy Siegel,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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The bar, Salon Salon, is a real destination drinking spot, though.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Operators reason within validated constraints.—
Raju Malhotra,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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This validated questionnaire asks about symptoms like heel pain and swollen joints or digits.—
Petra Guglielmetti,
Glamour,
27 May 2026
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That space was brought to life inside the Plaza’s actual theater, where the walls were repapered in gold, adding to the gold lame Austrian curtain onstage.—
Rachel Wallace,
Architectural Digest,
29 May 2026
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More affordable housing near transit with actual income targeting for the families already living here.—
Mercury News Editorial Board,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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“Proven.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proven. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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