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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
The only way forward is through compromise and cooperation — not falsehoods and finger-pointing.
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Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 19 Oct. 2025
His falsehoods would catch up with him less than a year after his term began.
—NPR, 17 Oct. 2025
The plans, along with comments by top GOP lawmakers, show how rumors and conspiracy theories can gain an air of legitimacy due to social media and a political climate infused with falsehoods, some political scientists and researchers say.
—Stephanie Armour, CNN Money, 16 Oct. 2025
Jones' falsehoods and rhetoric, the jury found, had caused the families tremendous pain and lasting harm.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
But Russo set straight some of the falsehoods that have led some Americans to their anti-Columbus sentiments.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2025
The President didn’t help his case by spreading outlandish falsehoods.
—Jeannie Suk Gersen, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2025
This pledge erases dissenting Israeli voices, legitimizes falsehoods, and shields Hamas from blame.
—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
Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 19 Oct. 2025
His falsehoods would catch up with him less than a year after his term began.
—NPR, 17 Oct. 2025
The plans, along with comments by top GOP lawmakers, show how rumors and conspiracy theories can gain an air of legitimacy due to social media and a political climate infused with falsehoods, some political scientists and researchers say.
—Stephanie Armour, CNN Money, 16 Oct. 2025
Jones' falsehoods and rhetoric, the jury found, had caused the families tremendous pain and lasting harm.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
But Russo set straight some of the falsehoods that have led some Americans to their anti-Columbus sentiments.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2025
The President didn’t help his case by spreading outlandish falsehoods.
—Jeannie Suk Gersen, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2025
This pledge erases dissenting Israeli voices, legitimizes falsehoods, and shields Hamas from blame.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for falsehoods
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Reporters retraced parts of the Oregon Trail, panned for gold in California and followed the myths and realities of Paul Revere's 1775 ride from Boston as the Redcoats moved in, among other travels that still resonate today.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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Forces of good and evil collide in a terrifying film where real-world challenges crash headlong into other worldly creatures and myths.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
31 Oct. 2025
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Directly underneath lies an open-air beach club with fold-down platforms that open to create roughly 645 square feet of space suspended above the water.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
4 Nov. 2025
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The lies are transparent and unapologetic.—
Shadi Hamid,
Time,
3 Nov. 2025
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Sharon’s final delusions about Beryl are put to rest as she’s placed under arrest, and Donnelly tests out a draft of her case report on Elsbeth.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
31 Oct. 2025
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The attorneys assigned to his previous case, Klayman added, said Koehler’s delusions have gotten worse.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
25 Oct. 2025
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There was a distinct set of tales dealing with demons who collected idle chatter in churches, and, over time, these stories were folded into the expanding legend of Tutivillus.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
31 Oct. 2025
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As is often the case with bifurcated tales unfolding between two distinct planes of existence, the characters in the Realm of the Spooks, also have their matching counterparts in Frankelda’s reality.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
31 Oct. 2025
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Though Boston dealt with defensive issues, leading the league with 116 errors, the team clearly has a bright future.—
Shaun McAvoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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The Wolverines then made three consecutive hitting errors, essentially putting the set out of reach.—
Lou Ponsi,
Oc Register,
23 Oct. 2025
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The event will feature stories from veterans and their families, patriotic music and updates from groups serving local veterans, such as the nonprofit Honor Flight and Patriot Guard.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Partners have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process and do not review stories before publication.—
Data Skrive,
New York Times,
5 Nov. 2025
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To stop this quarterback, Mizzou can’t get tricked by his illusions.—
Chase Gemes,
Kansas City Star,
24 Oct. 2025
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What illusions have been too sweet to let go of?—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
19 Oct. 2025
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“Falsehoods.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/falsehoods. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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