refute an interpretation
Frequency: 5.53.4 per million words
to prove that an understanding of something is wrong
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Examples (10)
- The lawyer attempted to refute the prosecutor's interpretation of the evidence.
- New archaeological findings often refute historical interpretations.
- Scientists had to refute a widely accepted interpretation with their groundbreaking research.
- She presented compelling arguments to refute his biased interpretation of the data.
- It is crucial to refute any false interpretation before it gains traction.
- His essay managed to successfully refute the traditional interpretation of the poem.
- Critics sought to refute the director's unique interpretation of the classic play.
- The expert was called upon to refute a highly controversial interpretation of the treaty.
- By providing alternative facts, they hoped to refute the prevailing interpretation.
- One must always be prepared to refute a narrow interpretation of complex issues.