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as in legend
a traditional but unfounded story that gives the reason for a current custom, belief, or fact of nature
according to an ancient Greek myth, humans acquired fire from Prometheus, a Titan who had stolen it from heaven
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as in mythology
the body of customs, beliefs, stories, and sayings associated with a people, thing, or place
over the years Davy Crockett evolved from an actual person to one of the great figures of American myth
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as in illusion
a false idea or belief
the idea that alligators can live in the sewers of New York is just a myth
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Recent Examples of myth
These myths arise for a purpose, for a need that already exists.
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Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 17 June 2026
Even in disappearing, the duo added one last layer to the myth.
—Alma Rota, Rolling Stone, 17 June 2026
There’s a lot that feels timely about greed versus governance and myths and propaganda.
—Stuart Miller, Oc Register, 17 June 2026
That myth has been debunked numerous times, including as part of Fox News' 2023 $787 million settlement with voting machine company Dominion, but Berntsen, a former CIA operative, has been pushing it for years.
—Miles Parks, NPR, 16 June 2026
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Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 17 June 2026
Even in disappearing, the duo added one last layer to the myth.
—Alma Rota, Rolling Stone, 17 June 2026
There’s a lot that feels timely about greed versus governance and myths and propaganda.
—Stuart Miller, Oc Register, 17 June 2026
That myth has been debunked numerous times, including as part of Fox News' 2023 $787 million settlement with voting machine company Dominion, but Berntsen, a former CIA operative, has been pushing it for years.
—Miles Parks, NPR, 16 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for myth
Recent Examples of Synonyms for myth
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The storied tree is treasured not only for its age, stature and beauty, but for connections to the legend of Robin Hood, said to have hidden along with his band of outlaws inside the trunk to escape the Sheriff of Nottingham.—
Karina Zaiets,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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Posey is a Giants franchise legend, and has a wealth of experience in and around the organization.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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Parsons’ feature debut builds a woozy, minimalist mythology out of his shorts.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
14 June 2026
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Almine Rech notes in its announcement Carrington’s fascination with mythology (particularly Celtic), the occult, and, like her Surrealist peers, the dreamlike subconscious.—
Tessa Solomon,
ARTnews.com,
13 June 2026
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That's why rich girl hair colors are a calling card for those who favor an upscale aesthetic, or at least a beauty look that creates the illusion of luxury.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
17 June 2026
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Over the last 8 months, Schoening has sifted through hundreds of pages of campaign finance reports and says Marx has created the illusion of being the frontrunner.—
Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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Shortly after his election loss, Cornyn posted on social media a fable about a frog and a scorpion.—
Mary Clare Jalonick,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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His latest, Rose of Nevada — which stars two name actors, Callum Turner and George MacKay, and opens in New York today after doing the festival rounds — has the beguiling simplicity of a fable and the captivating textures of a dream.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
19 June 2026
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Robin Hood has long been a mascot for social justice, anti-corruption and anti-greed, but this movie posits that there’s a much darker side to the folklore around him.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
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Through this historical lens, even Robin Hood folklore played differently.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
20 June 2026
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The darkly comedic drama confronts reality, privacy, and the delusions fueling our ever-changing world.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
16 June 2026
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Also, just a little bit of delusion will carry you a long way.—
Hershal Pandya,
Vulture,
16 June 2026
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Held every Thursday evening on the city’s scenic downtown waterfront, Clematis by Night has been a West Palm Beach tradition since 1995.—
Staff Author,
Southern Living,
22 June 2026
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Sidney and this Mark share a teen daughter, Tatum (Isabel May), who follows the family tradition of being a Ghostface target.—
Derek Lawrence,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 June 2026
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Crespi denied the claims, saying a bookkeeping error led to false allegations about her hours and vacation time.—
Tess Riski
June 18,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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Marist said the poll's margin of error was ±3 percent.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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“Myth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/myth. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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