misconception
Example Sentences
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But it rests on the misconception that institutional investors are driving up home prices.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
“There is a misconception on how much progress quantum computing has been made on breaking modern encryption methods,” analysts wrote.
From Barron's • May 6, 2026
There is a popular misconception that no one beats the market.
From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026
I think the biggest misconception is that it’s an influencer festival, because I don’t think it is.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026
It was a misconception that would create serious headaches for Smith later.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
Vocabulary lists containing misconception
Power Prefix: mis-
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