under the impression
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Others were under the impression that this was her way of letting a former lover know that a relationship was over.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 15, 2025
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
Speaking to economists, Villeroy said that participants in financial markets are under the impression that 2% is the ECB’s “terminal” interest rate, and borrowing costs won’t be reduced further.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025
If you haven’t yet watched the limited series, you may be under the impression that this is a spoiler.
From Salon • Nov. 19, 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
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