belies
Americanverb
Etymology
Origin of belies
Example Sentences
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A look at Ms. Russell’s and Mr. Spero’s Twitter feeds belies that nonjudgmental pose even more glaringly than their study does.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
The relative trickle of oil passing through the Gulf and the release of oil from reserves is such that, according to Pyziur, belies another potential problem: the lack of fertilizer coming out of Gulf countries.
From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026
Truss's position at fifth in the table belies her record as the shortest serving prime minister.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
The global unemployment rate is expected to hold steady in 2026, the United Nations said Wednesday, but cautioned the labour market's seeming stability belies a dire shortage of decent jobs.
From Barron's • Jan. 14, 2026
A kind of city-street music where laughter belies anxiety, and joy is as short and straight as the blade of a pocketknife.
From "The Bluest Eye" by Toni Morrison
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