history shows/has shown
idiom
—used for emphasis to indicate that something one states as a fact is based on examples from the past
History shows/has shown that such attempts have always failed.
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While Robinson is sticking to his guns, history has shown that lies tend to spiral.
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Benj Edwards, Ars Technica, 20 Sep. 2024
As history has shown, campaign events can unearth new information, reinforce perceptions of candidates, or deprive underdogs of a last chance to shake up the campaign.
—G. Elliott Morris, ABC News, 17 Sep. 2024
With that in mind, here is what history has shown us in regards to the presidential election's impact on the market in years past:
The markets do not necessarily favor one party over the other.
—Becca Stanek, theweek, 16 Sep. 2024
While some jobs may become obsolete, history has shown that technological advancements create new opportunities and roles.
—Peter Pluim, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024
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Benj Edwards, Ars Technica, 20 Sep. 2024
As history has shown, campaign events can unearth new information, reinforce perceptions of candidates, or deprive underdogs of a last chance to shake up the campaign.
—G. Elliott Morris, ABC News, 17 Sep. 2024
With that in mind, here is what history has shown us in regards to the presidential election's impact on the market in years past:
The markets do not necessarily favor one party over the other.
—Becca Stanek, theweek, 16 Sep. 2024
While some jobs may become obsolete, history has shown that technological advancements create new opportunities and roles.
—Peter Pluim, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024
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