believed

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The substance is believed to have been an irritant spray, identified by authorities as likely containing capsaicin - which is found in chilli peppers.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

The tradition has been celebrated for centuries and is believed to have its roots in a heathen festival to celebrate the return of spring.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

"At the beginning, people believed it was a coffin affair," said Jonathan Imbalapay, a civil society leader in Mongbwalu.

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

In one study, participants discussed conspiracy theories they believed and the researchers asked AI to persuade the participants that those theories weren’t true.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

She nodded, and he saw that for the first time she truly believed him.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver