in good faith
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“If the Iranians are willing to negotiate in good faith, we’re certainly willing to extend the open hand,” Vance told reporters before boarding Air Force Two.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
“As the president of the United States said, if the Iranians are willing to negotiate in good faith, we’re certainly willing to extend the open hand,” Vance said.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026
The equipment was then delivered in good faith but the company was never paid.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
A translation of Japan’s fact sheet about the projects said that “we intend to work in good faith and promptly…to further develop the details” of the trade deal.
From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026
“Mi niña, yes. I believe we should accept all actions that are carried out in good faith and with a loving heart.”
From "Lucky Broken Girl" by Ruth Behar
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