Widely Held Misconception Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 13, 2023

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	noun • a traditional story accepted as history; serves to explain the world view of a people
	36%	9		A long-held misconception that is resistant to change
	noun • a traditional notion that is obstinately held although it is unreasonable
	28%	8		Misconception - deception
	noun • (psychology) an erroneous belief that is held in the face of evidence to the contrary • a mistaken or unfounded opinion or idea • the act of deluding; deception by creating illusory ideas

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