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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
The list complied with a 2013 congressional mandate to capture a better picture of the faith and beliefs in the ranks.
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Luis Martinez, ABC News, 8 June 2026
This World Cup, with its unprecedented global outreach, offers a unique opportunity to observe the values, beliefs and relationships that players choose to display on their bodies.
—Gustavo Morello, The Conversation, 8 June 2026
If confidence, dogmatic beliefs, and undeniable talent were elixirs of life, Frank Lloyd Wright would be alive today, celebrating what would have been his 159th birthday.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 8 June 2026
What does this do to the fundamental beliefs that many of us have?
—Ben Mankiewicz, CBS News, 7 June 2026
The flexibility to appeal to a variety of audiences has been a strength for Obama — who has addressed topics including the economy, mass shootings, health care and even his own religious beliefs in Chicago appearances.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026
Give yourself space to explore your beliefs and uncertainties without judgment.
—Kelsey Monstrola, USA Today, 4 June 2026
People have been threatened over their political beliefs, and there are some who use social media and other platforms to try and ruin reputations.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 June 2026
The site offers a rare window into the religious and cultural beliefs of the ancient Lycian people, about whom relatively little is known — a mystery that only deepens its appeal.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
Luis Martinez, ABC News, 8 June 2026
This World Cup, with its unprecedented global outreach, offers a unique opportunity to observe the values, beliefs and relationships that players choose to display on their bodies.
—Gustavo Morello, The Conversation, 8 June 2026
If confidence, dogmatic beliefs, and undeniable talent were elixirs of life, Frank Lloyd Wright would be alive today, celebrating what would have been his 159th birthday.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 8 June 2026
What does this do to the fundamental beliefs that many of us have?
—Ben Mankiewicz, CBS News, 7 June 2026
The flexibility to appeal to a variety of audiences has been a strength for Obama — who has addressed topics including the economy, mass shootings, health care and even his own religious beliefs in Chicago appearances.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026
Give yourself space to explore your beliefs and uncertainties without judgment.
—Kelsey Monstrola, USA Today, 4 June 2026
People have been threatened over their political beliefs, and there are some who use social media and other platforms to try and ruin reputations.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 June 2026
The site offers a rare window into the religious and cultural beliefs of the ancient Lycian people, about whom relatively little is known — a mystery that only deepens its appeal.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beliefs
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To celebrate America's 250th, a grand home in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, held reminders of the birth of an entire town while honoring faiths from around the globe.—
Kim Hudson,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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Across a range of faiths, people tended to support public education for all students, including undocumented immigrants.—
E. Kyle Romero,
The Conversation,
3 June 2026
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The lawyer indicated that people are exercising their right to express opinions and to protest peacefully, rights enshrined in the Cuban constitution.—
Sarah Moreno
June 5,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2026
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In separate opinions on June 4, the Colorado Court of Appeals vacated the homicide convictions of former Aurora Fire Rescue paramedics Jeremy Cooper and Peter Cichuniec and ordered new trials on those charges.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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Everything in mathematics therefore rests on the axioms, or basic building blocks, of the field.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
26 May 2026
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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.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
18 May 2026
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The scenery was breathtaking, but the thought of the approaching dusk loomed large in our minds.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 May 2026
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This show works to understand how those two minds—both devoted to upending the art market by making work that’s not easily categorizable—entertain certain themes simultaneously.—
Zoë Hopkins,
New Yorker,
29 May 2026
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Handy has more than 150 acting credits to his name and had acted across television and film since the 1970s.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2026
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His credits include the action films Diablo and Dominique.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
4 June 2026
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Another taxpayer, Adolphus Sutherland, expressed his torn feelings.—
Ted Scouten,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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Stay busy to combat pessimistic feelings.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
10 June 2026
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Failure to disclose arrests or convictions, constitutes misrepresentation, and can lead to ESTA denial, revocation or a permanent bar from the US.—
Mike Sullivan,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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Nearly 70% of the people held at California’s detention centers have no criminal convictions, according to previous reporting from The Sacramento Bee.—
Mathew Miranda
June 10,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
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As the train climbs higher, sweeping mountain and valley views unfold on both sides, and in the colder months, skiers and snowboarders can be seen gliding down the slopes below.—
Lauren David,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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Other interior highlights included a dedicated library and a primary suite described as a spa-style retreat, complete with a steam shower and — naturally — more lake views.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Beliefs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beliefs. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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