in good faith

phrase

: in an honest and proper way
He bargained in good faith.
Both parties acted in good faith.

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Members overwhelmingly voted to authorize the strike earlier this month, accusing the state of failing to bargain in good faith after their contract expired in June. — ABC News, 21 Oct. 2026 The bank stated that any alleged labor code violations were made in good faith, based on reasonable grounds and with the understanding that Sloan was aware of the requirements. — Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 19 Oct. 2026 Advertisement Some may hesitate to perform CPR because of legal concerns over causing injury—like rib fractures—while administering CPR, but every state has Good Samaritan laws providing protections to people who render emergency aid in good faith. — Meng Yang, Time, 18 Oct. 2026 Whether in good faith or not, Iran has offered to mediate between Riyadh and the Houthis. — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in good faith

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in (good/excellent, etc.) condition
in good faith
in good/great/large part
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“In good faith.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20good%20faith. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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