as in myth
a false idea or belief
it is a popular misconception that the Great Wall of China is visible from outer space
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Recent Examples of misconception
The videos often feature a statement or question that is some kind of misconception, followed by the creator sharing the truth.
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Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
Inconsistent Data Integrity Because of the name ‘artificial intelligence,’ there is a common misconception that AI is capable of original thought.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 24 May 2025
Proper handwashing could save a million lives a year, according to an expert — and yet many people are doing it improperly, often due to misconceptions surrounding the practice.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 21 May 2025
One of the biggest misconceptions in business is that confidence has to be loud to be credible.
—Rhea Karo, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
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Historically, fonio carries deep reverence and myth.—
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There are several myths that certain foods are bad for thyroid function, including gluten and cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, brussels sprouts, and cauliflower).—
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But planted within that picture was a glimmer of hope — or maybe delusion — for Sabres fans.—
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Researchers noted the positive effects of ecstatic epilepsy and synthesized fifty-three theoretical models of delusion.—
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The government has admitted in court that his deportation was an administrative error.—
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At least some of the errors produced by his code can be traced to using older versions of OpenAI models available through the VA — models not capable of solving complex tasks, according to the experts consulted by ProPublica.—
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The entire space was stunned by the illusion of water gushing and animals moving toward the audience.—
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Donald Trump started selling the illusion of exclusivity half a century ago.—
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“Misconception.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misconception. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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