myth

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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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Recent Examples on the Web More:Social Security chief visits Detroit, clears up myths, bemoans staffing levels, and more More:3 key changes will help poor qualify for more money through a Social Security program The COLA adjustment for 2025 isn't the lowest ever. Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press, 10 Oct. 2024 While their influence is usually confined to fringe blogs and other online sources, the myth occasionally rears its head and penetrates the mainstream. Donie O'Sullivan, CNN, 10 Oct. 2024 Product pipeline Beyond the persistent myths surrounding Pfizer’s M&A track record, there is also a persistent narrative that Pfizer’s business is in trouble after demand for COVID-19 vaccines fell off faster than anyone thought possible. Ryan Hogg, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2024 In telling Stevens’ story, Pinho deconstructs the myths and stereotypes that surround the Romani people. Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for myth 

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“Myth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/myth. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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