credence

Example Sentences

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Robinson said the inquiry had not given enough "credence" to that when finalising its report.

From BBC

“I would be talking to the major platforms and saying, ‘Let’s have a look at this together to see what credence to give these claims.’”

From Washington Post

But there is a silver lining: Nearly 6 in 10 area residents say D.C. offers the best restaurants — giving credence to the city’s efforts to lure newcomers with its diverse array of food options.

From Washington Post

Many scientists consider that scenario highly improbable, but China has promoted it because it gives credence to the idea that the pandemic could have started outside of the country and arrived via imported foods.

From New York Times

When word emerged that his wife and young son wouldn’t immediately move to the White House, it gave credence to the idea that Trump could never fully part with the city that made him.

From Seattle Times