proven
Britishverb
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a past participle of prove
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See not proven
adjective
Other Word Forms
- provenly adverb
Example Sentences
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In a statement, Assistant District Attorney Kim D’Avignon blamed her office’s failure to secure an indictment on a lack of admissible evidence that would have proven the case beyond a reasonable doubt.
From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026
But only the men who happen to pull on the jersey of the national soccer team have proven themselves capable of turning tragedy from high art into national humiliation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
“We rely on long-standing, robust and tested policies and procedures, which have proven successful in the secure and timely delivery of election mail.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
A slight figure in neat shirts and jackets, Magyar seemed too slick and urbane to reach the hearts of the rural electorate, but has proven himself a strong challenger.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
She was young and enraptured, her joy infectious, especially to Dr. Cigrand, the dentist, who saw so little joy from day to day as he reduced grown men of proven courage to tears.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
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