prove
verb (used with object)
to establish the truth or genuineness of, as by evidence or argument.
proving
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present participleof prove.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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A major challenge, however, is proving that any proposed technology actually removes methane.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 15, 2026
A good host can pull off both feats, as Neil Patrick Harris did in 2009, proving his worth as a music man.
From Salon ● Sep. 15, 2026
Of those, just 24 went on to win the title, proving that early dominance does not necessarily mean a side will last the pace.
From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2026
“The single biggest hurdle for long-term investors, in our discussions, has been proving out the ROI on AI investment, and we believe the Muse app is a significant step in that direction,” the analysts write.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
The Book was proving far more stubborn than Artemis had anticipated.
From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer
