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
No such question was asked, and his fortitude was not put to the proof, nor does it seem that after this Moore dabbled in rebellion.
From Thomas Moore by Gwynn, Stephen Lucius
Speidel-R�ttmann's strength is now to be put to the proof.
From Joseph in the Snow, and The Clockmaker In Three Volumes. Vol. I. by Auerbach, Berthold
There was no question now of doubt, and they rushed off to Mr. Clark to tell them what they had seen, and demand that she be put to the proof.
From Witch Stories by Linton, E. Lynn (Elizabeth Lynn)
Our spirit, however, was not put to the proof.
From Discipline by Brunton, Mary
