- past participle of prove.
proven
Example Sentences
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They may be more open to going to the gym or physical therapy or doing at-home stretches — all proven ways to address back and knee pain.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 8, 2026
Determining the exact size of that movement has proven difficult.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 7, 2026
“Teens are vulnerable and unprotected and we’re letting them loose on a product that is not just unproven, but proven to be high risk and dangerous,” Siegel said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026
“Importantly, management has historically proven conservative at the outset of strategic periods, with guidance subsequently upgraded through the cycle,” they add.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
“By being willing to sacrifice everything you thought you came here to win, you have all proven yourselves to be true champions.”
From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein
