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belief

[bih-leef] / bɪˈlif /




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Belief in heaven and hell is positively associated with economic growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

Karp’s new book, “The Technological Republic: Hard Power, Soft Belief, and the Future of the West,” mixes the Cold War ideology of the 1950s with the emerging technology of the 21st century.

From Salon • Jul. 3, 2025

Belief in Bryant led to two more rings once they reunited him with Jackson and added Pau Gasol to the mix.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 20, 2025

Their findings, published in 2006, made headlines for contradicting the prevailing wisdom: “Study Puts a Cork in Belief That a Little Wine Helps the Heart,” The Los Angeles Times reported.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 17, 2024

I fear, Shun, faith — look ye, I fear he is fled from some tyrant Master, which is Capt. Draper’s Belief.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume I: The Pox Party" by M.T. Anderson




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