believe
verb (used without object)
to have confidence in the truth, the existence, or the reliability of something, although without absolute proof that one is right in doing so.
is believing
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present progressiveof believe (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“The trap is believing the premium version is the only legitimate version.”
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 12, 2026
The real danger of bubblespotting is believing you can do it.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 8, 2026
"Seeing is believing here," said National Australia Bank's Ray Attrill.
From Barron's ● Oct. 24, 2025
"And it takes a minute for you to wrap your head around it. But I came from the food world, and I know that tasting is believing."
From Salon ● Jan. 30, 2025
“Look, you smooshed-face beast, I admire your dedication to your craft. Acting is believing, and all that. But I really don’t remember.”
From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein
