good faith
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of good faith
First recorded in 1890–95
Example Sentences
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It essentially means that judges must presume that the government — whether it be federal prosecutors, an IRS auditor or an FBI agent — did their jobs according to the rules and in good faith.
From Salon ● Jul. 30, 2026
Its owners argued that the campaign was short and in "good faith".
From Barron's ● Jul. 17, 2026
Yet Mr. Vance insisted that the regime would understand that operating in good faith was in its best interest.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 12, 2026
Speaking on the condition of anonymity before Centcom's announcement of fresh strikes, the US official insisted that US negotiators would continue to work in "good faith" towards a final deal with Iran.
From BBC ● Jul. 7, 2026
He rejected the argument that she had voted in good faith.
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
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