- present tense form of belie (3rd person singular).
belies
Americanverb
Etymology
Origin of belies
Example Sentences
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Gannon-Doak is a really exciting prospect but his elevated status with Scotland belies the fact that he's been injured and has only played 150 minutes for Bournemouth this season.
From BBC ● Jun. 27, 2026
Mr. Creuzberger’s dramatic title belies a much narrower focus.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 25, 2026
The relative trickle of oil passing through the Gulf and the release of oil from reserves is such that, according to Pyziur, belies another potential problem: the lack of fertilizer coming out of Gulf countries.
From Salon ● Mar. 26, 2026
Truss's position at fifth in the table belies her record as the shortest serving prime minister.
From BBC ● Mar. 20, 2026
Mother Ermentrude comes into the room and kneels by my pallet, a gesture of humility that belies her authority.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
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