as in tales
a rumor or report of a personal or sensational nature
it's a popular canard that the actress died under scandalous circumstances
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Recent Examples of canards
The most unique feature is the addition of canards, small forward wings that improve agility during demanding carrier landings.
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Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 1 Sep. 2025
Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 1 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for canards
Noun
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Ever since American Horror Story debuted on FX in 2011, Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk’s anthology series has captivated audiences with its chilling tales, twisted characters, and unique format.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Oct. 2025
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What is perhaps surprising is that some parents and soon-to-be parents cling so tightly to old wives tales in the face of so much technological advancement.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published.—
Megan O’Matz,
ProPublica,
8 Oct. 2025
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Don't miss out on our latest stories.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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While an insider confirmed to Fox News Digital that there have been whispers of another woman, TMZ was first to report that the country star may already be involved with someone else.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Early whispers of possibly being in the mix as a potential sixth man of the year candidate are tossed around.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Canards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canards. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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