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the benefit of the doubt

Idiom Communication

Meaning

to believe someone even if you are not sure they are telling the truth

Example Sentences

"I’ll give him the benefit of the doubt and believe his story."

Related Expressions

earn someone’s trust

to gain someone's confidence by being reliable

school of hard knocks

learning through difficult life experiences

Patience is bitter, but its fruit is sweet

Although waiting is hard, it results in good outcomes.

go bananas over something

to become extremely excited or enthusiastic about something

A true friend is one who stands by you

A true friend will be there for you during difficult times

set your sights high

to aim for something ambitious