suspend (one's) disbelief

phrase

: to allow oneself to believe that something is true even though it seems impossible
The plot is ridiculous, but if you can suspend disbelief, it's an enjoyable movie.
If you want to enjoy this story, you have to suspend your disbelief.

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“Suspend (one's) disbelief.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/suspend%20%28one%27s%29%20disbelief. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.

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