1
as in faiths
mental conviction of the truth of some statement or the reality of some being or phenomenon
a belief in UFO's led him to relentlessly scan the nighttime skies
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as in opinions
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge
it's my belief that the sky is blue because our eyes perceive the color blue easily
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Recent Examples of beliefs
But Manfred also acknowledged that MLB has tried to avoid putting players in the position of being required to take part in commemorative events that may conflict with their religious beliefs or values.
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Dan Zaksheske,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2026
Greenspan embraced some of her beliefs and paid tribute to her in his 2007 memoir.
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Daniel Arkin,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
Recognizing and pinpointing where these beliefs came from, which may include negative messages from society or your family, is an important first step.
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Christina Balderrama-Durbin,
The Conversation,
22 June 2026
Those who still held these beliefs skewed older and more conservative.
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Hua Hsu,
New Yorker,
22 June 2026
But his legacy has come under scrutiny for his actions and beliefs outside of conservation.
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Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
22 June 2026
Most people who hold luxury beliefs are sincere.
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Rob Henderson,
Washington Post,
21 June 2026
The situation has since sparked conversations about personal expression, religious beliefs and uniform policies across Major League Baseball.
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Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
Buckmire said that in the current phase of jury selection, potential members of the panel will likely be asked about their personal beliefs about the death penalty.
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Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
Dan Zaksheske,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2026
Greenspan embraced some of her beliefs and paid tribute to her in his 2007 memoir.
—
Daniel Arkin,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
Recognizing and pinpointing where these beliefs came from, which may include negative messages from society or your family, is an important first step.
—
Christina Balderrama-Durbin,
The Conversation,
22 June 2026
Those who still held these beliefs skewed older and more conservative.
—
Hua Hsu,
New Yorker,
22 June 2026
But his legacy has come under scrutiny for his actions and beliefs outside of conservation.
—
Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
22 June 2026
Most people who hold luxury beliefs are sincere.
—
Rob Henderson,
Washington Post,
21 June 2026
The situation has since sparked conversations about personal expression, religious beliefs and uniform policies across Major League Baseball.
—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
Buckmire said that in the current phase of jury selection, potential members of the panel will likely be asked about their personal beliefs about the death penalty.
—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beliefs
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The summer camp movement gradually expanded to include different regions, classes, faiths and genders.
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Modern correctional systems must ensure that participation remains voluntary and that inmates of all faiths—or no faith at all—receive equal treatment.
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Public debate over Naperville’s energy future has been heated, with dozens of residents voicing their opinions at council meetings.
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While dramatic predictions make for compelling television by creating clear opposing views, investors need actionable strategies, not just opinions.
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Everything in mathematics therefore rests on the axioms, or basic building blocks, of the field.
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One may argue that a more fundamental theory (with more complete axioms) could decide the question, but the final theory should not have undecidable statements.
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In the absence of an official investigation, the incident last September has been magnified, and perhaps embellished, in the minds of veterans living on the campus, a community defined by the vulnerability of physical disability, substance use and trauma.
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Le Cren’s interviews with team members and coaches consistently hit home how sports competition strengthens bodies and minds to bring out the best in people — confidence, cooperation, leadership, skills and tenacity.
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The utility also offered to put some credits on her account.
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Other credits include The Tomorrow War and Stateless.
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Pets can have a positive impact on our mood by reducing feelings of anxiety and sadness.
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And second, showing up alone can create some feelings of anxiety even for the most outgoing people.
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More than a dozen national and international journalism associations wrote a joint letter calling on the government to withdraw its case after the men's convictions were upheld by a lower court of appeal in March.
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In the six cases, Ramsey County Attorney John Choi criticized McGee's characterization of events, but said his conclusions did not impact any of the convictions.
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Hike, walk, run or bike the flat trails at Cochran Shoals, with beautiful views of the Chattahoochee River, plenty of woods and marshes to explore, and a few 5K training loops.
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Though the snowcapped mountain landscapes are quite visible from just about any of the estate’s rooms—including the six bedrooms and great room with high ceilings and a fireplace—the views are best from this particular terrace.
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“Beliefs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beliefs. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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