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adjective

kən-ˈfī-diŋ How to pronounce confiding (audio)
Definition of confidingnext
as in trusting
having or showing trust in another a very confiding child who is a little too eager to trust total strangers

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confiding

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verb

present participle of confide
as in handing
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another the local SPCA was looking for homes for a number of exotic animals confided to its care

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for confiding
  1. handing
  2. trustful
  3. leaving
  4. giving
  5. transferring
  6. delegating
  7. passing
  8. delivering
Verb
  • But the Packers drafted him in the first round and gave him a few years to sit behind Aaron Rodgers before handing Love the keys.
    Jeff Howe, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
  • There are also plenty of trade possibilities should the Twins decide to avoid handing the job to Miranda.
    Aaron Gleeman, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Definition of handing
Adjective
  • Creating lasting, trustful relationships with clients takes patience, persistence, and a commitment to your values.
    Medhat Zaki, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024
  • Instead of dwelling on disappointments, view them as learning experiences that can refine your judgment in the future and be open to the potential for trustful connections.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 13 Nov. 2023
Definition of trustful
Verb
  • Jenner also attended the afterparty of the Los Angeles A Complete Unknown premiere in December, mingling with her beau’s co-stars and leaving the function with him hand-in-hand.
    Luke Chinman, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
  • For instance, individuals in rural areas or low-income households may have limited or no access to high-speed internet, leaving them unable to leverage tools like remote work platforms, online education or e-commerce marketplaces.
    Pandwe Gibson, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of leaving
Verb
  • There are far too many times when Duren is either out of place (usually drop coverage in pick-and-roll situations) or simply not giving enough effort defensively.
    Hunter Patterson, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Proud of coming into Week 18 and giving us a chance to compete for the playoffs.
    Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of giving
Verb
  • The particles are too small, however, to reflect the sun's heat-energy-transferring infrared light.
    Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Assad's departure also led analysts and government officials to claim that Russia may be transferring some of its military assets from Syria's Tartus naval base and Hmeimim air base to Libya.
    Hugh Cameron, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of transferring
Verb
  • However, one of the barriers to small business growth can be the reluctance to, or fear of, delegating tasks and roles to other people.
    Fiona Simpson, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
  • By delegating routine and repetitive tasks to AI, employees can shift their attention to higher-value activities, resulting in a more engaging and diverse workplace culture with higher employee effectiveness and satisfaction.
    Rajal C., Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
Definition of delegating
Verb
  • Since Eddie Howe’s arrival during the 2021-22 season, Newcastle’s main attacking threat has come from the flanks, where the team’s passing combinations aim to put the full-back in a crossing position, find the winger behind the defence, or allow the midfielder to penetrate the opponent’s lines.
    Ahmed Walid, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
  • The Tigers won’t be an easy matchup for Baylor’s defense, which was 11th among Big 12 teams in passing yards allowed per game.
    Dan Santaromita, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of passing
Verb
  • Take accountability, and show your commitment to delivering top-quality work.
    Sho Dewan, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This required immense discipline, frugality, and a laser focus on delivering value to early adopters.
    Geri Stengel, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of delivering
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