1
as in myths
a false idea or belief
the possibility of a perpetual motion machine is one falsehood that has been disproved by modern physics
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as in lies
a statement known by its maker to be untrue and made in order to deceive
several falsehoods in the witness's testimony that may be grounds for perjury
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Recent Examples of falsehoods
This pledge erases dissenting Israeli voices, legitimizes falsehoods, and shields Hamas from blame.
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Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2025
This complaint is riddled with falsehoods and stands in stark contrast to the record that has already been established in court.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 24 Sep. 2025
But at his recent press conference, the President stood at the dais and delivered a barrage of falsehoods that might not be obviously false to most Americans—misrepresenting evidence on autism, distorting research on vaccines, and offering a grab bag of unscientific medical opinions.
—Dr. Craig Spencer, Time, 23 Sep. 2025
Large language models confidently state falsehoods as facts, particularly when there are no supporting facts.
—Calmatters, Mercury News, 22 Sep. 2025
The film explores the history of the Afghanistan war, the falsehoods told to Americans, and the secrets kept over four administrations.
—Ryan Schwartz, TVLine, 20 Sep. 2025
Organizations that see the value in addressing disinformation security proactively can gain resilience, compliance and credibility in an era where falsehoods spread faster than truth.
—Jason Crawforth, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
An advocate for free speech and limited government, Kirk also used his sizable platform to spread falsehoods and conspiracy theories about topics including climate change, vaccines, transgender people and demographic change.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 11 Sep. 2025
Kirk spread falsehoods about voter fraud during the 2020 election and misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccine.
—ABC News, 10 Sep. 2025
Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2025
This complaint is riddled with falsehoods and stands in stark contrast to the record that has already been established in court.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 24 Sep. 2025
But at his recent press conference, the President stood at the dais and delivered a barrage of falsehoods that might not be obviously false to most Americans—misrepresenting evidence on autism, distorting research on vaccines, and offering a grab bag of unscientific medical opinions.
—Dr. Craig Spencer, Time, 23 Sep. 2025
Large language models confidently state falsehoods as facts, particularly when there are no supporting facts.
—Calmatters, Mercury News, 22 Sep. 2025
The film explores the history of the Afghanistan war, the falsehoods told to Americans, and the secrets kept over four administrations.
—Ryan Schwartz, TVLine, 20 Sep. 2025
Organizations that see the value in addressing disinformation security proactively can gain resilience, compliance and credibility in an era where falsehoods spread faster than truth.
—Jason Crawforth, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
An advocate for free speech and limited government, Kirk also used his sizable platform to spread falsehoods and conspiracy theories about topics including climate change, vaccines, transgender people and demographic change.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 11 Sep. 2025
Kirk spread falsehoods about voter fraud during the 2020 election and misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccine.
—ABC News, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for falsehoods
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October football is almost here, with the first week of byes, another Sunday morning game from the British Isles, both conferences having a single undefeated leader, four teams winless and a lot of lingering questions about myths versus realities as we near the middle third of the season.—
Hannah Vanbiber,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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Combining rigorous research and captivating narration, Kateryna Zarembo debunks common myths about the region, such as its long-standing gravitation towards Russia and its rejection of everything Ukrainian.—
Nelly Klos
September 29,
Literary Hub,
29 Sep. 2025
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But when a tragedy befalls the hotel, Nina is propelled in a relentless spiral of lies and manipulations.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
2 Oct. 2025
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Schiff has been repeatedly criticized by the President, who claimed that the Senator had made up lies about Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
30 Sep. 2025
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While research on the phenomenon is minimal to date, people with existing mental health issues seem especially vulnerable to these delusions.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
1 Oct. 2025
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No more division, distraction, or gender delusions.—
Joshua Rhett Miller,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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Author Alma Katsu and writer-librarian Becky Spratford sat down for a conversation to discuss exactly why readers are more interested in horror — including everything from ghost stories to tales of serial killers — than ever before.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
28 Sep. 2025
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Some put feathers in their hair and spun unbelievable tales while casually slinging a sport coat over their shoulder (Coach from Tocantins).—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Sep. 2025
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For years, following significant and continuous quality and safety errors, Boeing has been barred from certifying the safety of some of its own aircraft on behalf of the US government.—
Aaron Cooper,
CNN Money,
26 Sep. 2025
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Stick season one featured some basic errors that jumped off the screen to golfers.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Sep. 2025
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Get Morning Squawk directly in your inbox CNBC's Morning Squawk recaps the biggest stories investors should know before the stock market opens, every weekday morning.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Don't miss out on our latest stories.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
30 Sep. 2025
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The Patriots used motion to set up fakes and trick the Panthers defense, and for the most part, the illusions paid off.—
Mike Kaye
September 28,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Sep. 2025
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As represented by Camus, absurdism emphasizes accepting the absurdity of life and finding joy without illusions, often through gallows humor.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Falsehoods.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/falsehoods. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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