- present participle of believe.
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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In that case, those believing in lower rates would be correct, but for a difficult reason — a major financial crash followed by recession or depression.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 4, 2026
After their trailer went missing, Gonzalez drove to Ochoa’s business in Ceres, Calif., believing he had taken it.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 29, 2026
But the company's chief strategy officer, Haris Basit, said Bitdeer will continue mining Bitcoin, believing many operators would ultimately pursue a dual-purpose model.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2026
Not terribly long ago, Cleveland mortgaged its future believing that Watson was its savior.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
Did they casually wave goodbye to their families, believing they’d see them again?
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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