create an illusion
Frequency: 9.018.5 per million words
To cause a false impression or belief to exist.
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Examples (10)
- The magician used smoke and mirrors to create an illusion of disappearing.
- Clever lighting can create the illusion of a larger space.
- Advertising often tries to create an illusion of perfection.
- His words were designed to create the illusion of control.
- They managed to create an illusion of prosperity despite their debts.
- Sometimes, silence can create the illusion of agreement.
- The artists create stunning illusions with their intricate paintings.
- It's easy to create a false illusion online.
- The government tried to create an illusion of stability.
- Her confident posture helped create the illusion of expertise.