unproven
adjective
un·prov·en
ˌən-ˈprü-vən 
British also -ˈprō-
: not tested and shown to be good, true, or useful : not proven
an unproven allegation/theory
unproven benefits
unproven technology
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This leaves many government leaders concerned that risking essential public services for rapid, unproven tech deployment could lead to misguided implementation.
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Dean Debiase, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Ike Howard is an unproven goal-scoring left winger who has a chance to enter the league in the best possible situation for his player type.
—Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 11 July 2025
The North American Menopause Society urges caution when using unproven supplements or supplements with limited data.1
Keep in mind that supplements are regulated differently than prescription medications.
—Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 10 July 2025
The governor and Legislature claimed the revisions were necessary to prevent the undue influence of national interest groups and unproven allegations of voter fraud.
—Mark Dorosin, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 July 2025
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Dean Debiase, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Ike Howard is an unproven goal-scoring left winger who has a chance to enter the league in the best possible situation for his player type.
—Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 11 July 2025
The North American Menopause Society urges caution when using unproven supplements or supplements with limited data.1
Keep in mind that supplements are regulated differently than prescription medications.
—Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 10 July 2025
The governor and Legislature claimed the revisions were necessary to prevent the undue influence of national interest groups and unproven allegations of voter fraud.
—Mark Dorosin, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 July 2025
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“Unproven.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unproven. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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