believe in
verb
believed in; believing in; believes in
1
: to have faith or confidence in the existence of (something)
Do you believe in ghosts?
2
: to have trust in the goodness or value of (something)
She believes in (the value of) regular exercise.
I believe in working hard to achieve success.
She doesn't believe in using pesticides.
3
: to have trust in the goodness or ability of (someone)
Despite his problems, his parents still believe in him.
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Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026
The Big 12’s future health and stability hinge on its ability to find new partners who believe in the product and want to be affiliated with one of America’s highest-profile college athletic conferences.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 May 2026
Dana Strong and Sky for believing in and supporting SNL UK.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 7 May 2026
My father disliked Tropicalia but did not believe in censorship.
—Literary Hub, 6 May 2026
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“Believe in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/believe%20in. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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