seeing is believing

The proverb "seeing is believing" underscores the importance of direct observation in establishing truth.

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Definition

(idiomatic)Direct observation provides the most convincing proof of truth or existence.

I didn't think the magician could actually levitate, but seeing is believing.
She didn't trust the rumors about the haunted house until she spent a night there. Seeing is believing.

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