can't believe

idiom

1
used to emphasize a statement
I can't believe how ugly that dress is.
2
used to indicate surprise, dismay, or disappointment
You broke the window? I can't believe you guys! How could you do such a thing?
He can't believe that terrible restaurant is still in business.
She couldn't believe her good luck.

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This one was set in a Duane Reade inside New York's Port Authority Bus Terminal, with Mulaney starring as a cashier who can't believe that a customer, played by Davidson, decides to order milk. Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY, 3 Nov. 2024 Cameron Brink is a bride-to-be — and still can't believe it! Natasha Dye, People.com, 15 Oct. 2024 Kate Hudson can't believe how fast her little boy is growing up. Hannah Sacks, Peoplemag, 24 June 2024 The up-and-coming star adds that her family and friends can't believe what's going on. Gillian Telling, Peoplemag, 12 May 2024 Its founder, Rachel Crandall-Crocker, a psychotherapist and the executive director of the nonprofit advocacy group Transgender Michigan, still can't believe it. Jonathan Franklin, NPR, 30 Mar. 2024 Still can't believe Brady Singer did not throw the sweeper more in 2023.https://t.co/lD7Iq9EeI3 — Jacob Milham (@JacobMilhamKC) January 30, 2024 The group included San Diego Padres pitcher Michael King and Chicago White Sox pitcher Jake Woodford. Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2024 Continue reading … ‘REALLY?’ – ABC host can't believe Rubio would serve as Trump's VP if asked. Fox News, 25 Mar. 2024 Kate Hudson can't believe how fast time is flying by. Nicholas Rice, Peoplemag, 28 Feb. 2024

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“Can't believe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/can%27t%20believe. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

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