change a conception

Frequency: 7.210.8 per million words

to alter or modify an existing idea

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Examples (10)

  • New scientific discoveries can completely change our conception of the universe.
  • The documentary aimed to change the popular conception of sharks as mindless killers.
  • It's difficult to change a deeply rooted conception about a culture without direct experience.
  • His personal story changed my entire conception of what it means to be successful.
  • Education is a powerful tool to change outdated conceptions about gender roles.
  • The research findings will inevitably change the scientific community's conception of the disease.
  • Changing the public's conception of mental health is a long and challenging process.
  • How can we effectively change the conception that artistic pursuits are not valuable careers?
  • This new evidence has forced historians to change their conception of the ancient civilization.
  • The goal of the campaign is to change the prevailing conception that recycling is too complicated.