believing

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Despite believing Mangione was the prime suspect in a murder that shook the country, officers initially failed to inform him of his rights, including his right to remain silent.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Investors like stock splits, believing they signal management’s confidence in the future.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

He said he was sceptical of Burnham's motives, believing he was standing for election to "feather his own cap - hoping to get into Westminster".

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Later in the night, Carr scooped up the memorable moments award for the scene in which he hoodwinked his fellow finalists into believing he was a faithful.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

For all Stalin’s preparation for the “future war,” he seems to have had some kind of mental block against believing that Hitler was really going to attack him.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein