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Definition believe in in British English

believe in phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to think that someone or something exists

Example

I don't believe in miracles.

Example

I'm beginning to think you actually believe in ghosts!

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2

to think that an idea or a way of doing something is good or right

Example

She used to say she didn't believe in marriage.

Example

Some of his supporters have stopped believing in him.

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Example

Some of his previous supporters have stopped believing in him.

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Definition believe in in British English