as in sincerity
absence of any intent or attempt to be dishonest in dealing with other people
The two parties demonstrated good faith in negotiating the deal.
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Recent Examples of good faith
Late last week, however, both the United States and Israel halted their participation in the negotiations, accusing Hamas of a lack of coordination and good faith.
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Zaha Hassan, Foreign Affairs, 29 July 2025
In a big sign of good faith, Trump ordered the removal and suspension of U.S. sanctions on Syria.
—Daniel Depetris, Twin Cities, 28 July 2025
Such actions fundamentally contradict the principles of good neighborly relations and good faith, and will further undermine Cambodia's reputation and credibility on the global stage.
—Shane Croucher
john Feng, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 July 2025
There’s good faith in negotiations going forward that’s going to allow this logo to be used again.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2025
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Zaha Hassan, Foreign Affairs, 29 July 2025
In a big sign of good faith, Trump ordered the removal and suspension of U.S. sanctions on Syria.
—Daniel Depetris, Twin Cities, 28 July 2025
Such actions fundamentally contradict the principles of good neighborly relations and good faith, and will further undermine Cambodia's reputation and credibility on the global stage.
—Shane Croucher
john Feng, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 July 2025
There’s good faith in negotiations going forward that’s going to allow this logo to be used again.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for good faith
sincerity
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Gibson’s book delves into her struggles with finances and health, as well as her complicated relationship with Diane, who died in 2022, with clear-eyed sincerity.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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The specifics matter less than the sincerity.—
Liz Doe Stone,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Good faith.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/good%20faith. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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