red herring
Example Sentences
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The title might declare itself concerned with the rivals of Amziah King, but they’re a red herring — this is really about the reign of Kateri.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
Baroness Grey-Thompson, who opposes the bill, said peers had been scrutinising the bill line by line and it was a "red herring" to criticise the number of amendments tabled.
From BBC ● Apr. 23, 2026
But in the case of Iran, the whole exercise is a bit of a red herring.
From Slate ● Mar. 11, 2026
Just recall, though, that “This time is different” is a notorious red herring.
From Barron's ● Feb. 25, 2026
President Truman called the trial a "red herring," and Secretary of State Dean Acheson declared, "I do not intend to turn my back on Alger Hiss."
From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau
