false
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Many spreading this story are doing so with little or no evidence of wrongdoing and are instead relying on information that is false or can be explained by more benign reasons.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026
"Ryanair looks forward to disproving these false CMA claims during this bogus investigation," it added.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
Debunking assumes that false beliefs are held in good faith.
From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026
Gold is the color of false idolatry, the material of gratuitous wealth, a hallmark of authoritarian style, and a metaphor for the folly of prioritizing personal enrichment and glory over everything else.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
A false wall ran the length of the bedroom on the first floor.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
![]()