prove acceptable

Frequency: 7.025.1 per million words

Used when something shows itself to be satisfactory over time.

acceptableVERB + acceptable

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prove

Examples (10)

  • The new workflow will need time to prove acceptable to the entire team.
  • After a trial period, the proposed solution proved acceptable to the stakeholders.
  • We hope the compromise will eventually prove acceptable to both parties.
  • If the prototype proves acceptable in testing, we will move to mass production.
  • The candidate's performance in the initial months proved acceptable, leading to a permanent offer.
  • Unfortunately, his proposed budget did not prove acceptable to the board.
  • The alternative material must first prove acceptable under stress tests.
  • Over time, the experimental treatment has proven acceptable with minimal side effects.
  • Any new security measure will only be implemented if it proves acceptable to the public.
  • The arrangement might prove acceptable if a few minor adjustments are made.