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belie

[bih-lahy] / bɪˈlaɪ /




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Those who have worked with Barry Pollack say the Washington-based trial lawyer’s mild-mannered demeanor and relatively low public profile belie an unusual tenacity in fighting even for unpopular clients.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026

But the braggadocio both in terms of the AI investment cycle and Nvidia’s place at the top of it, seems to belie a greater degree of concern than the company would likely admit.

From Barron's • Nov. 26, 2025

"Outward appearance shouldn't belie what lies beneath," Mr Marchant said.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2025

But such efforts cannot belie the fact that emissions are continuing to accelerate in a dangerous manner.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 10, 2024

She tried not to blink and belie the life in her stone-still body, but he was suspicious.

From "Julie of the Wolves" by Jean Craighead George




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