Not trust somebody an inch

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phrase

To not have any trust or confidence in someone at all.

After he was caught stealing the company's funds, his colleagues did not trust him an inch.
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Often appears as...

  • she didn't trust him an inch
  • we do not trust them an inch

Usage tips

Disapproving

Idiomatic

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Complete distrust

The phrase emphasizes that someone is considered completely unreliable, without a shred of trust.

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Ever since the scandal, the community doesn't trust him an inch.
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Negative feelings

Using the phrase can imply that you have negative emotions or a dislike towards someone.

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She lied so many times that I don't trust her an inch now.
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Informal expression

This phrase is suitable for casual conversations rather than formal writing or professional environments.

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In a meeting with friends, I might say I don't trust him an inch, but not at work.
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