comforting illusion
Frequency: 5.52.8 per million words
A false belief that makes someone feel better or more secure.
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- The slogan provides the comforting illusion that something is being done.
- Many people live under the comforting illusion that problems will solve themselves.
- He held onto the comforting illusion that his old job was still waiting for him.
- For years, she maintained the comforting illusion of a perfect family life.
- The politician offered a comforting illusion of quick solutions to complex issues.
- Sometimes, a comforting illusion is all that helps people get through tough times.
- We often seek a comforting illusion rather than facing harsh realities.
- His belief in easy success was a comforting illusion that eventually shattered.
- The government perpetuated the comforting illusion of economic stability.
- It's easy to fall into the trap of a comforting illusion when truth is painful.