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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The crisis comes when people stop believing this will be repaid in real money.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
"I also want to thank myself for believing in myself," she said.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
We have trouble even slightly believing that last part.
From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026
Many investors view a narrowing array of winners as a flashing warning sign, believing that market breadth, or how many stocks participate in a rally, is an indicator of its longevity.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
In the split second after it happened, I cursed myself for believing even for one moment that I was really allowed to be happy.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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