believe in
phrasal verb
believed in; believing in; believes in
1
: to have faith or confidence in the existence of (something)
Do you believe in ghosts?
2
: to have trust in the goodness or value of (something)
She believes in (the value of) regular exercise.
I believe in working hard to achieve success.
She doesn't believe in using pesticides.
3
: to have trust in the goodness or ability of (someone)
Despite his problems, his parents still believe in him.
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My campaign is fueled by a grassroots coalition of local leaders, community organizations, and neighbors who believe in a more accessible and responsive Tarrant County government.
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Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Most of South Florida’s fan base and media no longer believe in his upside as a franchise quarterback.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
General Manager Meghann Walk, a former librarian, believes in pairing books and wine.
—Jess Decourcy Hinds
february 13, Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
In the meantime, Snoop continues to show up anyone who doesn’t believe in second acts.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 13 Feb. 2026
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Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Most of South Florida’s fan base and media no longer believe in his upside as a franchise quarterback.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
General Manager Meghann Walk, a former librarian, believes in pairing books and wine.
—Jess Decourcy Hinds
february 13, Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
In the meantime, Snoop continues to show up anyone who doesn’t believe in second acts.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 13 Feb. 2026
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“Believe in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/believe%20in. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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