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misconception

[mis-kuhn-sep-shuhn] / ˌmɪs kənˈsɛp ʃən /


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One misconception that people often have about conspiracy theories is that there’s a lack of information, Cotlar said, when actually there’s usually a huge abundance of information.

From Salon Aug. 26, 2026

There’s a common misconception that the beetles are blind.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 18, 2026

According to the researchers, this misconception has had serious real-world consequences.

From Science Daily Jul. 10, 2026

“It’s a big misconception that better models automatically translate into better trading performance,” he says.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 25, 2026

He points out many of its inaccuracies—primarily, the misconception that leprosy travels through the mucous membranes.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly

We break down several tax-centric misconceptions about gifting.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 2, 2026

Inside the beverage industry, Infante says one of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the explosion of nonalcoholic drinks is that they’re replacing alcohol altogether.

From Salon Aug. 15, 2026

"Kaylee helped to improve understanding, challenge misconceptions, and prove there are no limits to what people who are deaf or have hearing loss can achieve."

From BBC Jul. 22, 2026

“We are confident that through ongoing discussions with LAPD, we can clear up the current misconceptions that led to today’s disappointing pause,” said the spokesperson.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 12, 2026

Yet some of his examples plainly arose from his own misconceptions.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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