not proven
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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“Inclusion is not proven when it is easy,” Martin said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026
But in practice, the model has not proven successful, said Jillson, the SMU political science professor.
From Salon • May 3, 2026
A charge against the footballer was found not proven.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
He has not proven that he can do that, so it’s time for a second opinion.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 28, 2026
Here once more the claim is not proven and it is evident that the influence on patients' minds when small doses of carbolic acid were taken, was the real therapeutic factor at work.
From Psychotherapy by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)
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