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confidence in sb/sth

idiom
Meaning

the feeling that you can trust someone or something to be good, honest, or successful.


Examples
SIMPLE

I have full confidence in your ability to finish this task.

CONTEXTUAL

The team lost confidence in the manager after he failed to explain the new project goals clearly.

COMPLEX

Despite the volatile state of the market, the investors maintained their confidence in the company's long-term strategy and refused to sell their shares.

Last updated April 22, 2026