# believes

Pronunciation: US say "bee-LEEVZ" /bəˈlivz/; UK say "bi-LEEVZ" /bɪˈliːvz/

## Verb

1. Third person singular present of believe. — third-person singular simple present indicative of believe
   - Simple: Third person singular present of believe. Use this form with he, she, or it.
   - _The committee believes the new policy will reduce costs._
   - _Nobody believes the rumor without solid evidence._

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