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as in trustful
having or showing trust in another
Delia couldn't look into her dog's trusting eyes as she drove him to the vet for his vaccinations
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as in susceptible
readily taken advantage of
a corrupt stockbroker who preyed upon trusting customers
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as in entrusting
to give a task, duty, or responsibility to
trusted the eldest child with walking the dog every morning
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as in handing
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
I wouldn't trust my wallet with a complete stranger if I were you
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as in believing
to regard as right or true
don't trust everything you read in the newspaper
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Adjective
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And find a way for your agent or a trustful intermediary to tell the Heat, too.—
Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 8 May 2025
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Creating lasting, trustful relationships with clients takes patience, persistence, and a commitment to your values.—
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What's more, the researchers found that the mice on the WD plan were also more susceptible to Salmonella infections.—
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This depends on the material, but faux leather is usually less susceptible to damage from steam.—
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Having been stung by handing O’Neil and his backroom staff long-term deals, only to sack them a few months later, Wolves will be reluctant to commit massive funds to extending Pereira’s deal on the back of just a few months’ work.—
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Monday’s three-hour finale opens with Grant still in the Dominican Republic after handing roses to Litia and Juliana last week and sending Zoe packing.—
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Economists are warning that the risk of a recession is rising nationally — one believing the chances are now as high as 70% in the next 12 months — with Connecticut all but certain to get caught up in any downturn.—
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Writers report keeping first drafts entirely AI-free, believing this preserves their unique voice and creative thinking abilities.—
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There’s no shortcut to that, and nobody’s been able to come up with an easier, better way to do it, which is why people have stopped doing it.—
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The buttons are easy to press, and the sound quality is good.—
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McIlroy played it safe, leaving himself a big target from 82 yards away and a lob wedge.—
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McIlroy played it safe, leaving himself a big target and a lob wedge.—
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The administration has tried other novel ways to remove immigrants and pressure their home countries into accepting them.—
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Soriano, who awaits sentencing, also previously pleaded guilty to accepting gifts from another defense contractor, Cambridge International Systems Inc.—
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In Denver, Burden could immediately start on the outside opposite Courtland Sutton, giving the team a dynamic receiver duo.—
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Listen to this article National City leaders came under fire two years ago for giving themselves $100,000 each to spend annually in their districts.—
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“Trusting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trusting. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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