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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The researchers emphasize that the findings show associations rather than proving that screen time or particular types of physical activity directly cause changes in cognitive performance.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 17, 2026
In May, at a company proving grounds in Michigan, Kuniskis unveiled a new line of what Ram called “muscle trucks,” all powered by Hemis.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
Never thought he was the man for this job - and he's proving me right, big time.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
There’s also a little bit of pride in father and son proving that talent isn’t just found at top private schools.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
An admirable outcome, were this world one Fastness of the Handdara, but alas we must walk forward troubling the new snow, proving and disproving, asking and answering.
From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin
