[lend] credence
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to give support or credibility to a belief, theory, or statement
- Her eyewitness account lends credence to the idea that there was foul play involved in the incident.
- The scientific study lends credence to the hypothesis that certain foods can affect mood and mental health.
- The leaked documents lend credence to suspicions of corruption within the government.
- The expert's endorsement lends credence to the product's effectiveness and safety.
- The video evidence lends credence to the allegations of police brutality during the protest.