Various designs were tried, that which proved acceptable to one side almost inevitably offended the other.

Now, should we achieve silence, you may even prove acceptable.

It may prove acceptable for management to retain a small percentage, say 10%, as a reserve.

"May it prove acceptable to him who is her chosen Lord!"

We might prove a little more acceptable after today.

Only one or two individuals out of many may prove acceptable as parents.

In any event, the bowling alley restaurant proved quite acceptable.

It is presumed by most politicians that a simple majority vote will not prove acceptable.

The sound system in the Chamber has proved less acceptable.

It was not clear today whether this offer would prove acceptable.