confide

Example Sentences

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It might be tempting to confide in colleagues that you’re having a hard time connecting with your manager, but that probably isn’t a good idea, Williams says.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 28, 2026

"She was looking for a father figure to speak to and confide in and from whom to get guidance," the tribunal said.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

She started to confide in friends about stress, or things that bothered her, which otherwise would have stayed inside.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2026

Rick turned to his circle of friends to confide his greatest fears of being left alone, sparing Suzanne.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 10, 2026

Something about the combination of her loyalty and patience creates an uncanny urge to confide.

From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir