put to the proof

Example Sentences

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These statements of intent will shortly be put to the proof.

From Forbes • Oct. 15, 2013

Alas! that it was so soon to be put to the proof.

From The Great White Army by Pemberton, Max, Sir

I dare not ask you for confidences you hesitate to give, fair lady, for I am deeply conscious my worthiness to receive them has not been put to the proof.

From The Last of the Vikings by Bowling, John

Taitsong's new army was soon put to the proof.

From Historic Tales, Vol. 12 (of 15) The Romance of Reality by Morris, Charles

I knew Jeannie would miss it," Lady Nottingham said, "but as she was equally certain she would not the thing had to be put to the proof.

From Daisy's Aunt by Benson, E. F. (Edward Frederic)