as in evidences
something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim
she presented proof that she had not cheated
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Recent Examples of proofs
For the most part, proofs seemed like a fantasy.
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Joseph Howlett, Quanta Magazine, 15 Oct. 2025
The team validated their approach by combining computer simulations, mathematical proofs, and physical experiments.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2025
This oven air fries, dehydrates, proofs dough, toasts and even slow cooks, has a wide temperature range that roasts up to 30% faster than conventional air fryers.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2025
And not necessarily the way the math department would teach them with the proofs.
—Laura Isensee, Scientific American, 25 Sep. 2025
This expression now comes out three times per year at different proofs depending on the batch, sometimes reaching near hazmat levels.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 21 Sep. 2025
Instead, this is about rigorous proofs found in mathematical logic via algorithmic search.
—Byron Cook, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2025
Across its full lineup, Michter’s is known for having one of the industry’s lowest barrel entry proofs at just 103 proof.
—David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Sequent uses a cryptographic system, which encrypts responses and uses mathematical proofs to ensure votes are counted correctly.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Joseph Howlett, Quanta Magazine, 15 Oct. 2025
The team validated their approach by combining computer simulations, mathematical proofs, and physical experiments.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2025
This oven air fries, dehydrates, proofs dough, toasts and even slow cooks, has a wide temperature range that roasts up to 30% faster than conventional air fryers.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2025
And not necessarily the way the math department would teach them with the proofs.
—Laura Isensee, Scientific American, 25 Sep. 2025
This expression now comes out three times per year at different proofs depending on the batch, sometimes reaching near hazmat levels.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 21 Sep. 2025
Instead, this is about rigorous proofs found in mathematical logic via algorithmic search.
—Byron Cook, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2025
Across its full lineup, Michter’s is known for having one of the industry’s lowest barrel entry proofs at just 103 proof.
—David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Sequent uses a cryptographic system, which encrypts responses and uses mathematical proofs to ensure votes are counted correctly.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proofs
Noun
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Police initially ruled the death accidental, but alleged that inconsistencies in Jonathan's testimonies had now prompted a judicial review, the publication and Spanish outlet El Periódico reported.—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
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Bobbie for Change will collect these testimonies and send them directly to lawmakers, urging reform.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
15 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Their testimonials on his website were not visible Friday.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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The candlelight community prayer service was marked by personal testimonials about Andrew, interwoven with messages of faith and on dealing with grief.—
Caleb Lunetta,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Oct. 2025
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Her portraits of Michelle Obama and Breonna Taylor are two of the most important artworks created in the 21st century, testaments to Black excellence and the epidemic of police violence.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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These vehicles are physical testaments to design, craftsmanship, and the technological ambitions of their time.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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“Proofs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proofs. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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