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as in to prove
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
you must demonstrate your scientific thesis before a jury of your professional peers
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2
as in to establish
to show the existence or truth of by evidence
the paleontologist hopes to demonstrate that dinosaurs once existed in central Peru by unearthing the fossil evidence
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as in to reveal
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
the babysitter's actions during the emergency demonstrate beyond doubt her general dependability
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as in to explain
to make plain or understandable
a few striking facts should demonstrate the complex nature of our topic
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as in to illustrate
to show or make clear by using examples
the visiting physicist demonstrated very graphically several basic scientific principles
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Recent Examples of demonstrate
But academic research has consistently demonstrated that stadiums are poor drivers of economic growth, and an analysis published earlier this year found that stadium projects spur little growth in local construction industries.
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Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 13 May 2025
The event, which also included students from the San Ysidro and National School Districts, was an opportunity for students to demonstrate their leadership skills and lead informed conversations about sustainability issues that impact the planet.
—Encinitas Advocate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 May 2025
Consideration centers on respect demonstrated by anticipating others' wants and needs.
—Aparna Rae, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
Here, though, Kim demonstrates some good things come in tubes, such as his gochujang red pepper paste.
—Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 1 May 2025
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Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 13 May 2025
The event, which also included students from the San Ysidro and National School Districts, was an opportunity for students to demonstrate their leadership skills and lead informed conversations about sustainability issues that impact the planet.
—Encinitas Advocate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 May 2025
Consideration centers on respect demonstrated by anticipating others' wants and needs.
—Aparna Rae, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
Here, though, Kim demonstrates some good things come in tubes, such as his gochujang red pepper paste.
—Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for demonstrate
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The regular wide version has been my go-to choice for trips for the past year, proving itself a capable all-round pad.—
Scott Gilbertson,
Wired News,
11 May 2025
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What began as a typical squabble between siblings, Clementine, 6, and Maisie, 3, quickly turned into a beautiful moment of understanding, proving that even the youngest of children can navigate difficult emotions with empathy and care.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
11 May 2025
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In 1946, President Harry Truman signed the National School Lunch Act, which established the National School Lunch Program.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
12 May 2025
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This honesty signals confidence and establishes them as independent thinkers who care more about truth than being liked.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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The list also reveals the male and female names that are the most popular: Olivia and Emma ranked No. 1 and No. 2 for girls, and Liam and Noah ranked No. 1 and No. 2 for boys.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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An analysis of the past five years reveals that QUBT experienced a positive one-day return in 73% of these instances, with a median positive return of 3.4% and a maximum positive return of 25.5%.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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About The Daily Money Each weekday, The Daily Money delivers the best consumer and financial news from USA TODAY, breaking down complex events, providing the TLDR version, and explaining how everything from Fed rate changes to bankruptcies impacts you.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Trump further explained his stance during an interview with Fox News’ Sean Hannity, which aired on Tuesday night.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
14 May 2025
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The collection illustrates the LVERS philosophy at the core of the Louis Vuitton Studio Prêt-à-Porter Homme: the values and discernment that bind together its global community from Paris to Miami and everywhere in between, according to a press release by the house.—
Karissa Mitchell,
Essence,
9 May 2025
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The Gulf’s swelling economic and diplomatic clout has corresponded with interests replacing ideology as the chief driver of foreign policy, as illustrated by the remarkable (though ultimately aborted) negotiations toward the normalization of relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
9 May 2025
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Some 30 MiG 15s with North Korean and Chinese markings, though crewed by Soviet pilots, showed their superiority against an American force several times larger.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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The new pope is registered to vote in the Chicago suburbs, and voting records obtained by CBS News show he's voted in several general elections — along with both Democratic and Republican primaries.—
May 8,
CBS News,
9 May 2025
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In early April, the U.S. State Department revoked the band members’ visas for allegedly displaying a visual of a cartel kingpin during a recent show.—
Laura Rodríguez Presa,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2025
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Geomagnetic storm conditions last recorded two decades ago impacted Earth in May 2024, an event that pulled the northern lights to northern Florida and Texas, with another similar northern lights display in October.—
Ty Roush,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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Immigrant advocates have called on the Supreme Court to clarify how much notice migrants should receive before removal under the act and to review the legality of Trump's use of the law.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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Mamet emphasizes the vernacular like a theatrical soothsayer while Zahler visualizes violence to clarify circumstance and character.—
Armond White,
National Review,
14 May 2025
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