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trust in

phrasal verb

Definition of trust in

formal
: to have a strong belief in the goodness or ability of (someone or something) : to have trust in (someone or something)
  • It is important that they trust in themselves and their abilities.

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  1. : assured reliance on the character, ability, strength, or truth of someone or something

  2. : one in which confidence is placed

  3. : dependence on something future or contingent : hope

  1. : to rely on the truthfulness or accuracy of : believe

  2. : to place confidence in : rely on

  3. : to hope or expect confidently

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