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proven

British  
/ ˈpruːvən /

verb

  1. a past participle of prove

  2. See not proven

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adjective

  1. tried; tested

    a proven method
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Other Word Forms

  • provenly adverb

Example Sentences

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Only they have proven themselves capable of turning tragedy from high art into national humiliation.

From The Wall Street Journal

In the wake of the war with Iran, the energy sector has since proven an even stronger haven for investors.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Rwandans knew the U.S. had an overriding interest in checking Islamic State’s advance in the southern African country, and only Rwanda has proven willing and able to take on the job, the officials said.

From The Wall Street Journal

So far he’s proven more successful than either.

From Los Angeles Times

If a crossings framework with military protection could be agreed and proven effective, insurance "rates would tumble very, very quickly" Smith predicted.

From Barron's

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