conventional wisdom
noun
: the generally accepted belief, opinion, judgment, or prediction about a particular matter
Examples of conventional wisdom in a Sentence
Conventional wisdom in Hollywood says that a movie can't succeed unless it stars a famous actor or actress.
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The conventional wisdom, shared by event promoters and many at the university, held that the 1920s-era facility just wasn’t equipped for the demands of a big concert production.
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Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 25 Sep. 2025
His second recommendation—renting instead of buying—challenges conventional wisdom about homeownership.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 16 Sep. 2025
Each one should challenge conventional wisdom in my industry while staying true to my values and protecting my IP.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
That approach stems from a tendency to question the foundations upon which conventional wisdom is built.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2025
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Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 25 Sep. 2025
His second recommendation—renting instead of buying—challenges conventional wisdom about homeownership.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 16 Sep. 2025
Each one should challenge conventional wisdom in my industry while staying true to my values and protecting my IP.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
That approach stems from a tendency to question the foundations upon which conventional wisdom is built.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for conventional wisdom
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“Conventional wisdom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/conventional%20wisdom. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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