unproven

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While the idea was influential, it remained unproven because carbenes were known to be too unstable, especially in water, to capture or study.

From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2026

And during oral arguments in January, both the liberal and conservative flanks of the court expressed doubts in the government’s claim that Trump could oust Cook on the basis of an unproven allegation.

From Slate • Mar. 19, 2026

It said the suit centers on "extremely serious, though unproven, allegations against the American technology firm."

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

Critics add that the causal link between social media and teen mental-health problems remains unproven.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

He was well-read and intelligent, but young and unproven.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin