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not proven

British

/ ˈprəʊvən /

adjective

(postpositive) a third verdict available to Scottish courts, returned when there is evidence against the defendant but insufficient to convict

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But in practice, the model has not proven successful, said Jillson, the SMU political science professor.

From Salon • May 3, 2026

He has not proven that he can do that, so it’s time for a second opinion.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 28, 2026

Naroditsky denied the allegations, which were not proven.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026

Research has also shown that some people thought - incorrectly - that the accused could be tried again if the verdict was not proven.

From BBC • Dec. 31, 2025

The present writer is inclined to think the latter hypothesis not proven.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Slice 7 "Bible" to "Bisectrix" by Various

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