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face value

[feys val-yoo, feys val-yoo] / ˈfeɪs ˌvæl yu, ˈfeɪs ˈvæl yu /
NOUN
apparent worth of something
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Experts have also cautioned users about taking chatbots' often matter-of-fact statements at face value, particularly when it comes to health and medical advice.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

In taking the post-shooting moment at face value, he essentially vouched for Trump’s gesture.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2026

The IMF warns that current market resilience to the Middle East conflict should not be taken at face value, as a longer war could trigger adverse reactions.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Haney’s bill would ban reselling tickets at more than 10% above face value in California.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

At face value, the Russian Revolution had little to do with genes.

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee