in confidence
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Sinner showed a degree of vulnerability early in the tournament, needing five sets to creep past Serbia's Miomir Kecmanovic, but has grown in confidence and quality over the fortnight.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026
Do you have a story to share with the BBC London investigations team in confidence?
From BBC ● Jul. 10, 2026
He told us in confidence that merger talks among Kansas City Chiefs owner Lamar Hunt, Dallas Cowboys president Tex Schramm and Mr. Rozelle had concluded that morning.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 7, 2026
In a statement responding to the US plans, Afghanistan's foreign ministry said nationals abroad could return in "confidence and peace of mind", insisting there was no safety threat.
From Barron's ● Apr. 27, 2026
He told Sullivan, in confidence, that he did not expect to remain satisfied doing just houses.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
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