Expressing a polite or restrained doubt rather than open disagreement. Her disbelieving nod suggested she wasn't fully convinced by their excuse.
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Emotional Context
Often used to emphasize an emotional reaction to surprising or shocking information. The crowd's disbelieving gasps filled the room as the truth was revealed.
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Visual Cues
Can be associated with non-verbal signals like a raised eyebrow or a shake of the head. His disbelieving look was accompanied by a skeptical arch of his brow.