prove
verb (used with object)
to establish the truth or genuineness of, as by evidence or argument.
are proving
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present progressiveof prove.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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"Around the world, people are proving every day that we can restore nature and tackle climate challenges. Our 2026 finalists are an incredible example of that."
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
While she doesn’t see herself as being political, the collective concerns of many like her are proving to be a force of their own up and down ballots.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 15, 2026
So far, such grassroots efforts are proving successful.
From Barron's ● Aug. 9, 2026
He said that from Blackstone’s perspective as a lender, businesses that have borrowed are proving resilient, with growing revenue and Ebitda — a company’s earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 24, 2026
“And you are proving up on a claim. On your own.”
From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson
