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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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as in trustful
having or showing trust in another
Delia couldn't look into her dog's trusting eyes as she drove him to the vet for his vaccinations
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as in susceptible
readily taken advantage of
a corrupt stockbroker who preyed upon trusting customers
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as in entrusting
to give a task, duty, or responsibility to
trusted the eldest child with walking the dog every morning
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as in handing
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 believing
to regard as right or true
don't trust everything you read in the newspaper
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Recent Examples of trust
Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 23 May 2025
Even if Trump wasn’t such an unreliable figure, trusting him should have gone against all of Netanyahu’s instincts.
—Yair Rosenberg, The Atlantic, 22 May 2025
The Dial, 22 May 2025
Diplomatic relations between countries depend upon trust and respect.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2025
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Verb
Before the Giants add another receiver, Hyatt deserves the spring to get meaningful reps with Wilson and Winston and earn a spot that Daboll didn’t trust him with a season ago.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 23 May 2025
Even if Trump wasn’t such an unreliable figure, trusting him should have gone against all of Netanyahu’s instincts.
—Yair Rosenberg, The Atlantic, 22 May 2025
Noun
For me, the work grows out of trust and familiarity.
—The Dial, 22 May 2025
Diplomatic relations between countries depend upon trust and respect.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trust
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Investors may perceive such appointments as a sign of internal uncertainty, potentially impacting stock performance and stakeholder confidence.—
Solange Charas,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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That confidence paid off as Farrow received her first Tony nomination for her role as the initially meek homebody Sharon in the play by Jen Silverman, which ran at the Booth Theatre on Broadway from September through December 2024.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
31 May 2025
Noun
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The cartel’s ability to manage prices depends on its ability to anticipate demand—and respond in kind.—
Robert Rapier,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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The arrangement, Ford alleged, violated the RICO Act, which has played a central role in cases against high-profile organizations including Italian crime families, Mexican drug cartels and the Hells Angels motorcycle gang.—
Connor Sheets,
Los Angeles Times,
22 May 2025
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Harris County inmate records reviewed by PEOPLE show Eberly remains in custody on a $2 million bond on the murder charge.—
Sean Neumann,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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Panahi’s presence in Cannes appears to be a signal to the outside world that Iran is, at least cosmetically, changing its course amid escalating tensions following the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini in September 2022 while she was held in custody for allegedly wearing a loose hijab.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
20 May 2025
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To his credit, the director never comes up with easy answers, but rather makes the audience confront their prejudices.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
28 May 2025
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Lawmakers deserve credit for enacting it — and for holding the line through tough years.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
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And find a way for your agent or a trustful intermediary to tell the Heat, too.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
8 May 2025
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Creating lasting, trustful relationships with clients takes patience, persistence, and a commitment to your values.—
Medhat Zaki,
Forbes,
20 Sep. 2024
Adjective
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Recent research shows rural SMEs, those based outside city limits, may be more susceptible to financial risk posed by climate hazards.—
Claire Poole,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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These mutations can make the cancer more aggressive but also potentially susceptible to a specific type of drug called a PARP inhibitor, especially if the cancer becomes resistant to hormone therapy.—
Jason P. Joseph,
The Conversation,
21 May 2025
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Four months into his administration, their faith is being tested.—
Daniel Byman,
The Atlantic,
24 May 2025
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Leo’s American identity-at a time when two American leaders embody opposing visions of democracy-places him at the intersection of a deepening global struggle over democracy, nationalism, and faith.—
Emmett Coyne,
The Hill,
23 May 2025
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Other legal concerns include the regulation of sales across state lines when each state controls its own lottery games, sales to underage players, ticket buying syndicates and other issues.—
Michelle Watson,
CNN Money,
24 May 2025
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The high-interest rate environment has encouraged many investors to flock to high-yield savings accounts and newer investment alternatives, such as real estate syndicate funds.—
Elaine Pofeldt,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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“Trust.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trust. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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