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
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)
His courage was not to be put to the proof.
From The Story of Francis Cludde by Weyman, Stanley John
One day her amiability was put to the proof.
From The Life and Times of Kateri Tekakwitha The Lily of the Mohawks by Walworth, Ellen H.
The judgment and circumspection of Washington were never more severely put to the proof.
From The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools by Irving, Washington
