fallacy
Example Sentences
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In such a predicament, many would fall prey to a mixed-up way of thinking called the “sunk cost fallacy,” which is best explained by telling a brief story.
From Literature
The illusion that when we reach a goal we will finally attain happiness is called the arrival fallacy.
From Washington Post
Frankly, this fallacy takes the cake, while its perpetrator tries to eat it too.
From Washington Times
District spokesman David Smith acknowledged that it has been challenging to balance making the board meetings accessible and not spreading fallacies.
From Seattle Times
All of that is a mix of fallacy and wishful thinking.
From Washington Post
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