delusional
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They said he displayed ongoing delusional beliefs, and lacked insight into his illness and treatment needs.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
While the “number of users” once meant “number of paying users,” the success of Facebook, Instagram and other social-media sites persuaded delusional investors that the word “paying” could be dropped.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 6, 2026
Girgis and his peers have tested ChatGPT and Claude for how they handle delusional or paranoid thoughts.
From Slate • Feb. 2, 2026
I hope I’m also not delusional enough to think that I have another song that even does half as well as this song.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 17, 2026
Ifemelu's father once said the prayers were delusional battles with imaginary traducers, yet he insisted that Ifemelu always wake up early to pray “It keeps your mother happy,” he told her.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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