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His genial demeanour and penchant for folksy parables belie a past as a wily guerrilla fighter and ruthless political survivor.

From Barron's • Jan. 12, 2026

And very little that transpires between the current-day Chase and his director would belie the notion that Mr. Chase’s brand has gone down a hole of his own digging.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 30, 2025

Horvath’s Midwestern mien, unflagging politeness and warm smile belie her fierce ambition.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2025

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

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2025

Helmuth hates the drums, hates how they quicken his blood, how they belie his true feelings and try to convince him that war is good.

From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti