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Region: General | Usage example: He wanted to inspect the prototype-seeing is believing.

Seeing is believing

Meaning

Visual evidence convinces skeptics.

Usage

Used when someone demands proof.

Origin & History

Origin notes can vary by region and source; this page gives the commonly reported explanation and usage context.

Trusting what one can see.

Used since the 18th century.

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