believing
IdiomsExplanation
The act of accepting something as the truth is believing. For many kids, believing in the Tooth Fairy is an important part of childhood — not to mention an excellent source of cash! Have you ever heard the phrase "seeing is believing"? This basically means that if you witness something in person, you're more likely to accept the fact that it's real or true. To believe is to trust in this truth. And for many people, believing isn't about having proof — it's about accepting something as true even without seeing it. Most religions, for example, emphasize the importance of believing in a higher power.
Example Sentences
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Tesla stock trades for about 185 times earnings expected over the coming 12 months, with investors believing AI applications such as robo-taxis will usher in a new era of earnings growth.
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
You may have a hard time believing that the gold-platinum ratio is falling because geopolitical risk is receding.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026
"They fully deserve to enjoy this moment as they worked really hard. It is about believing and I think these players do now believe that they can make it to that final."
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
Barr left believing he’d done his part to preserve democratic norms.
From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026
They have the irritating habit of believing they are as important as you are to the story.
From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri
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