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as in confidence
firm belief in the integrity, ability, effectiveness, or genuineness of someone or something
I'm afraid I don't put much credence in common gossip
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as in belief
mental conviction of the truth of some statement or the reality of some being or phenomenon
a foolish theory that, incredibly, once had wide credence among educated people
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Recent Examples of credence
Trump’s Truth Social post had the air of a victory dance, lending credence to the idea that the cancellation was, if not a Trump directive, then at least a decision made by executives looking to get on the president’s good side.
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Joe Reid, Vulture, 25 July 2025
Though bringing the swing-off into the regular season might be a bridge too far for some fans, the success that the format enjoyed in the All-Star Game could lend credence to the idea.
—Peter Chawaga, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 July 2025
This is the problem when spreadsheets are given more credence than scouts with eyes.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 June 2025
Her experience also gives credence, antitrust experts say, to concerns that UnitedHealth Group’s acquisitions of an array of health care operations in recent years have given it too much power over patients and the doctors treating them.
—Gretchen Morgenson, NBC news, 20 June 2025
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Joe Reid, Vulture, 25 July 2025
Though bringing the swing-off into the regular season might be a bridge too far for some fans, the success that the format enjoyed in the All-Star Game could lend credence to the idea.
—Peter Chawaga, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 July 2025
This is the problem when spreadsheets are given more credence than scouts with eyes.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 June 2025
Her experience also gives credence, antitrust experts say, to concerns that UnitedHealth Group’s acquisitions of an array of health care operations in recent years have given it too much power over patients and the doctors treating them.
—Gretchen Morgenson, NBC news, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for credence
Noun
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Beccacece has tried to channel the growing confidence.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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These numbers highlight a challenge that extends far beyond accounting, and that’s not understanding the critical link between financial confidence and entrepreneurial growth.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Contrary to her husband’s belief, she is not chased by paparazzi.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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The vast majority of citizens no longer trust that hard work pays off and belief in the American dream has hit a record low.—
John Hope Bryant,
Time,
6 Sep. 2025
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The project is administered by Local Media Foundation, tax ID #36‐4427750, a Section 501(c)(3) charitable trust affiliated with Local Media Association.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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These behaviors model intellectual humility and normalize vulnerability, which builds trust and gives younger employees permission to do the same.—
Ruth Oh Reitmeier,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Mid-summer changes to United’s revolving credit facility indicated a switch in strategy, and there was a more aggressive approach in the market following a summit in Iceland between Sir Jim Ratcliffe, chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Their season might not be officially over – the Angels are not mathematically eliminated with 20 games left – but the final credits are beginning to roll on another box-office bust that will extend their playoff drought to 11 years and mark their 10th straight season with a losing record.—
Mike Digiovanna,
Oc Register,
7 Sep. 2025
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While weathering the storms of life, the church has served as a beacon of faith, hope and community service.—
Bea L. Hines,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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The football landscape has changed 20 years on, and 10 new signings show United wanted to change the squad, but there is evident faith in retaining the nucleus of Farke’s 2025 centurions.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Credence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/credence. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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