under the impression

Idioms  

1. Thinking, assuming, or believing something, as in I was under the impression that they were coming today. This idiom often suggests that the idea or belief one had is mistaken. [Mid-1800s]

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under the impression

But the Dodgers have downplayed the severity of that ailment and are under the impression that throwing doesn’t hurt it.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026

“I was under the impression that FTD was just kind of a fun ‘if you know, you know’ sort of thing,” Hardin said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 26, 2026

I was under the impression that a logical qubit had perfect fidelity.

From Barron's ● May 21, 2026

Ms Robinson said they had been under the impression the law had been working to protect families since it was passed.

From BBC ● Dec. 14, 2025

Benton was still talking loudly and slowly, under the impression that he could be understood better if he spoke in this manner.

From "Where Things Come Back" by John Corey Whaley