believing

Example Sentences

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‘Many winters ago, they banded together in secret. At first they called themselves the Healers. Deceived themselves into believing that they’ wished only to do good; to cure sickness, guard against demons.’

From Literature

He remembers returning home feeling ashamed, believing he had let down his family and friends.

From BBC

She would panic, believing that the gossip was spreading.

From Literature

Residents of the Christian border towns refuse to leave, believing they will remain safe from Israeli fire.

From Barron's

“I followed the rules and showed up to my immigration appointment believing I was taking the next step toward stability,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times