conventional wisdom

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This is why going against the crowd, or conventional wisdom, frequently offers opportunities.

From MarketWatch

Or, if they are, here at least are somewhat different angles from which to watch them than conventional wisdom might dictate.

From The Wall Street Journal

Former Big Ten weakling Indiana defied all conventional wisdom to become the nation’s only undefeated team and claim its first-ever No. 1 ranking.

From The Wall Street Journal

Todd McKinnon might never have become CEO of $16 billion software company Okta if not for an uncool move he made early in his career — and one that goes against the conventional wisdom.

From MarketWatch

The conventional wisdom in Washington is that costs will be the dominant issue heading into next fall’s midterm elections.

From The Wall Street Journal