believe
Example Sentences
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This includes dark matter, which is believed to make up most of the matter in the Universe.
From Science Daily
When he and his wife signed their home into a trust, they believed they were securing their son's financial future but say they have instead lost £12,000, including legal fees, to have it dissolved.
From BBC
Veterinarians believe Sparky was struck by a car and dragged down the asphalt street, tearing ligaments and leaving him with a bone-deep wound — and his family with significant medical bills.
From Los Angeles Times
He turned to the U.S. after German antitrust officials in 2006 blocked his plans to buy one of the country’s largest broadcasters, a deal he believed would transform Axel Springer into a multimedia company.
In another development, French President Emmanuel Macron said he believed it would be "useful" for Europe to re-engage with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
