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prove a case

VERB

defend

Synonyms

STRONGEST

advocate argue assert back champion endorse explain guarantee justify maintain stand by support uphold

STRONG

aid befriend espouse exculpate exonerate plead rationalize recommend second stonewall sustain vindicate warrant

WEAK

apologize for back up bear one out come to defense of cover for go to bat for put in a good word ride shotgun for say in defense speak up for stand up for stick up for thump for

Antonyms

STRONGEST

oppose protest reject

STRONG

accuse blame condemn

WEAK

abandon attack deny forsake relinquish renounce

Example Sentences

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You don’t have to prove a case before you bring it.

From Slate • Mar. 18, 2024

Prosecutors face a high bar to prove a case beyond reasonable doubt when the key witnesses have told contradictory narratives, said Carolyn Hartley, professor of social work at the University of Iowa.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 21, 2023

“You should expect and demand more from the government when they have the burden to prove a case beyond a reasonable doubt.”

From Washington Post • Nov. 6, 2017

He said the decision may open the door to more litigation, but noted: "I don't think Tibble makes it easier for plaintiffs to prove a case."

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2015

Nothing was done to him, as it would have been difficult to prove a case against him.

From The Moving Picture Girls at Sea or, A Pictured Shipwreck That Became Real by Hope, Laura Lee

prove a case

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