misperception

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Recent Examples of misperception Most importantly, these conversations can help break down the misperception that the CPO’s strategic value can only be found in cost savings while fostering more holistic collaboration opportunities. M. Todd Abner, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025 According to the psychologist, many popular screening and assessment tools include normal human distress, which often results in the misperception that every person in distress needs a mental health professional. Eric Wood, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025 That misperception can gradually impact trust, decision-making, and even how your ideas are received. Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025 One of the ubiquitous causes of war is misperception. Richard E. Vatz, Baltimore Sun, 26 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for misperception
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Noun
  • In recent years, his son, Isaac Hayes III, has spoken out about misconceptions about his dad, who died at age 65 in 2008.
    Angela Andaloro, People.com, 23 July 2025
  • The event was started to fight misconceptions about sharks and raise conservation efforts.
    Irit Skulnik, Baltimore Sun, 22 July 2025
Noun
  • But when mistakes are punished or hidden, innovation stops in its tracks.
    IESE Business School, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025
  • Skull emoji: This emoji is often used to mock someone's mistake or appearance.
    Sherri Gordon, Parents, 21 July 2025

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“Misperception.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misperception. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.

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