can't believe

phrase

1
used to emphasize a statement
I can't believe how ugly that dress is.
2
used to indicate surprise, dismay, or disappointment
You broke the window? I can't believe you guys! How could you do such a thing?
He can't believe that terrible restaurant is still in business.
She couldn't believe her good luck.

Examples of can't believe in a Sentence

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Kacey Musgraves can't believe her eyes. Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Apr. 2026 As the community grows, Walsh and Leibin can't believe how far the 14ers have come; especially as excitement grows for home games. Sarah Horbacewicz, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026 The home crowd can't believe it. Sean Nevin, NBC news, 10 Feb. 2026 The comments on her video are full of people who can't believe that Joseph's hair is real. Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for can't believe

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“Can't believe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/can%27t%20believe. Accessed 26 Jul. 2026.

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