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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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not proven

Until we do, it should be seen as experimental – promising enough to study, but not proven enough to replace standard therapies.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 7, 2026

These businesses are promising but not proven, and automakers have a checkered history with diversification.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026

“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

Ultimately, a verdict of not proven was returned, and he was dismissed from the court.

From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume VI by Leighton, Alexander

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