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

It passed from the impossibles to the possibles—a possible under strict and distrustful observation, but a possible that should be put to the proof.

From Second String by Hope, Anthony

Now the man that had the second-sight was to be tried; it was now to be put to the proof if he could tell names or no?

From The History of the Life and Adventures of Mr. Duncan Campell A Gentlen, who, tho' Deaf and Dumb, Writes down any Stranger's name at first Sight; by Defoe, Daniel

There was no question now of doubt, and they rushed off to Mr. Clark to tell them what they had seen, and demand that she be put to the proof.

From Witch Stories by Linton, E. Lynn (Elizabeth Lynn)

"Let it be put to the proof," said Hans.

From Tales of the Wonder Club Volume I by Halidom, M. Y.