misconception
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But the idea that a documentary that isn’t detailing some recent or mysterious event is inherently tedious is a gross misconception.
From Salon ● Oct. 28, 2026
A common misconception is that moving abroad requires relinquishing your U.S. citizenship and passport.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026
There’s a common misconception that the beetles are blind.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
"A common misconception is jellyfish go after people but contact with a jellyfish is actually merely incidental and humans are not on their menu," Bunney said.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
Part of the public trust in such an eventual outcome results from the misconception that cancer is a single, though mysterious disease, with a single cause and, hopefully, a single cure.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
McCusker added needle exchange services "play a vital role in reducing harm" and insisted the "fears and misconceptions" surrounding them must be challenged.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
A section of their website is devoted to “common misconceptions about Maoism.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 12, 2026
Both experts have helped BBC News bust burnout myths and misconceptions.
From BBC ● Sep. 1, 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
When you’re in it and you’re mixed up with feelings, assumptions, influences, and misconceptions, things seem completely impossible to change.
From "Please Ignore Vera Dietz" by A.S. King
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