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as in to entrust
to give a task, duty, or responsibility to
trusted the eldest child with walking the dog every morning
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as in to hand
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
I wouldn't trust my wallet with a complete stranger if I were you
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as in to believe
to regard as right or true
don't trust everything you read in the newspaper
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as in confidence
firm belief in the integrity, ability, effectiveness, or genuineness of someone or something
a relationship of mutual trust between lawyer and client
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as in cartel
a number of businesses or enterprises united for commercial advantage
government lawyers argued against allowing the telephone companies to merge, asserting that such a merger would result in a trust that would stifle competition
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as in custody
responsibility for the safety and well-being of someone or something
left her cat in the trust of her neighbors while she was on vacation
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as in credit
the right to take possession of goods before paying for them
the neighborhood grocer will occasionally sell on trust to his regular customers when they don't have the cash on hand
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Recent Examples of trust
Spriha Srivastava, CNBC, 10 July 2025
That’s why in 2017 when the theater came up for sale, Wright purchased the building and theater from a friend and local businessman who trusted him to preserve its nearly 100-year-old history.
—Mykal McEldowney, IndyStar, 10 July 2025
Footwear News, 10 July 2025
According to court documents, Murray allegedly used his position within his church to gain the trust of his victims and their families from 2008 through 2024.
—Kansas City Star, 9 July 2025
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Verb
And can everyday investors still trust that the system is fair?
SEBI is in a tricky position.
—Spriha Srivastava, CNBC, 10 July 2025
That’s why in 2017 when the theater came up for sale, Wright purchased the building and theater from a friend and local businessman who trusted him to preserve its nearly 100-year-old history.
—Mykal McEldowney, IndyStar, 10 July 2025
Noun
Operational excellence matters, but what sets leaders apart is recovery: fast, proactive and rooted in consumer trust.
—Footwear News, 10 July 2025
According to court documents, Murray allegedly used his position within his church to gain the trust of his victims and their families from 2008 through 2024.
—Kansas City Star, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trust
Verb
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Aside from that, Sheppard has been entrusted with the keys to Houston’s offense.—
Kelly Iko,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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As in the book, Bobo’s take on things is blunt and chipper and usually wrong; we’re entrusted to read between the lines.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 July 2025
Verb
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Foxx has centered her criticism on establishment Democrats circling the wagons for establishment candidates, noting that three senior Democratic members of Congress died within the first six months of Trump’s second term, handing Republicans a larger advantage.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The Supreme Court has handed Trump one victory after another in his effort to remake the federal government, after lower courts have found the administration’s actions probably violate federal law.—
Mark Sherman,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
Verb
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An object believed to be both from another star system and the oldest comet ever observed has been imaged by a massive telescope on a volcano in Hawaii.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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The landscapes based around the red rocks are not only celebrated for their beauty, but also are believed to have healing properties.—
Michael Salerno,
AZCentral.com,
15 July 2025
Noun
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Every decision from what’s in scope to what can be eliminated should support the core objective: enabling employee compliance teams to act with minimum friction and maximum confidence, even with the constant uncertainty of regulatory change.—
Kelvin Dickenson,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Meanwhile, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Monday expressed greater confidence than her European counterparts that the country could reach a deal with the U.S. before the tariffs take effect.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
15 July 2025
Noun
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Like other cybercrime cartels, DragonForce locks down a system so the company can’t do payroll or work its registers, then demands ransom, typically in bitcoin, to unlock the files.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
16 July 2025
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She was asked about the documents on Tuesday during a press conference about the Trump administration's efforts to combat drug cartels.—
Sonam Sheth
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 July 2025
Noun
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The man surrendered just before 11:30 a.m. and was taken into custody.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 July 2025
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The Department of Homeland Security put out its own news release about Thursday’s operation with a photo of one of the people who was taken into custody.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
19 July 2025
Noun
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The tax break, which provides a $7,500 for new EVs and a $4,000 credit for used EVs, is credited with helping make electric vehicles more affordable for many buyers.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
14 July 2025
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The credits — worth up to $7,500 and $4,000 for purchases of new and used EVs, respectively — will disappear after Sept. 30.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
Verb
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This question is especially helpful if your energy feels scattered or you’re tasked with nebulous goals or shifting targets.—
Cynthia Pong,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Jimmy is tasked with writing the story that exposes Lex Luthor.—
Abigail Lee,
Variety,
12 July 2025
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“Trust.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trust. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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