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Have something on good authority

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Trust ImplicationPlay
This phrase suggests that the speaker has been told by a reliable source, implying credibility. SlideI have it on good authority that the test results will be released next week.
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Not FirsthandPlay
The information isn't acquired firsthand, but from someone believed to be trustworthy. SlideThey have it on good authority that the event has been postponed.
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Not Fact-CheckedPlay
Even though the source is trusted, the information should still be considered unconfirmed until verified. SlideI have it on good authority that our team won, but let's check the official scores to be sure.
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