have confidence in (someone or something)

have confidence in (someone or something)

To trust or have faith in someone or something. I know you'll pass this test—I have confidence in you. After being a lawyer for so many years, do you still have confidence in the legal system? I don't usually have confidence in myself, but I'm trying to think more positively these days.

See also: confidence, have

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have confidence in someone

to trust someone; to know that someone will be true. I have confidence in you, and I know you will do well. Randy tends not to have confidence in anyone.

See also: confidence, have

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