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prove a case

VERB

defend

Synonyms

STRONGEST

advocate argue assert back champion endorse explain guarantee justify maintain stand by support uphold

STRONG

aid befriend espouse exculpate exonerate plead rationalize recommend second stonewall sustain vindicate warrant

WEAK

apologize for back up bear one out come to defense of cover for go to bat for put in a good word ride shotgun for say in defense speak up for stand up for stick up for thump for

Antonyms

STRONGEST

oppose protest reject

STRONG

accuse blame condemn

WEAK

abandon attack deny forsake relinquish renounce

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Prosecutors face a high bar to prove a case beyond reasonable doubt when the key witnesses have told contradictory narratives, said Carolyn Hartley, professor of social work at the University of Iowa.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 21, 2023

What’s needed to prove a case for fraud is clearly established through centuries of judicial decisions.

From Slate • Jul. 23, 2021

“You should expect and demand more from the government when they have the burden to prove a case beyond a reasonable doubt.”

From Washington Post • Nov. 6, 2017

He said the decision may open the door to more litigation, but noted: "I don't think Tibble makes it easier for plaintiffs to prove a case."

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2015

No doubt that theory was very plausible, and Messrs. Winslow and Vassall spent a good deal of money in trying to prove a case against the Russian Prince.

From The Old Man in the Corner by Orczy, Emmuska Orczy, Baroness

prove a case

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