false
Example Sentences
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The ShakeAlert system that warns about imminent shaking arriving from earthquakes sent a false alarm across California on Thursday morning for a magnitude 5.9 temblor that did not happen.
From Los Angeles Times
The ship was flying a false flag to disguise the country where it is registered and is subject to a judicial seizure order, the official said.
"It is flying a false flag and under a judicial seizure order."
From BBC
There have been dozens of false rapture dates that have popped up over the decades, sure.
From Salon
“After an extensive investigation, the incident was determined to be a false alarm,” the statement said.
From Los Angeles Times
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