misleading statement

Frequency: 6.96.8 per million words

a statement that gives the wrong idea or impression

statementADJECTIVE + statement

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misleading

Examples (10)

  • The politician was accused of making a misleading statement about the economy.
  • Always be careful not to create a misleading statement in your reports.
  • Such a misleading statement could have serious legal consequences.
  • The company issued a misleading statement to calm investors.
  • Critics argued that the advertisement contained a misleading statement.
  • He later retracted his misleading statement and apologized.
  • Do not be swayed by any misleading statement you hear on social media.
  • The expert clarified that the initial report was a misleading statement.
  • Making a misleading statement to the authorities is a serious offense.
  • The prosecution highlighted several misleading statements made by the defendant.