believable

Example Sentences

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But I had to play a brilliant, believable baseball player.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

It’s a cat-and-mouse movie with some initiative, and even if that drive ultimately goes nowhere, the film at least manages to make its characters’ strength under duress believable.

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026

Needing 254 for victory – a record in this competition - after being flogged around Wankhede Stadium, Bethell hit a scarcely believable 105 from 48 balls to threaten one of England's all-time white-ball victories.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

"He's the horse of a lifetime," said Purton after coming home a scarcely believable three-and-a-half lengths clear of Helios Express and fellow group One winner Lucky Sweynesse.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

“They have to be making it up. But why wouldn’t they make up something believable? I mean, his elderly aunt is named Bernice.”

From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu