proven

Example Sentences

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Lovable, with a potential for fierceness and a proven fan base.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Of these, three were based on, or riffed on, proven material—as did “Versailles” and “Beaches.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Although astronomers have identified some widely separated supermassive black hole pairs, finding those that orbit much closer together has proven far more difficult.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

"The breed developed in harsh desert climates and has proven itself in endurance riding, dressage and show jumping," Sapargeldy said.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Not only that, but she felt Simon had proven himself someone whom she could trust and rely upon to help think things through.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood