preconceived

Example Sentences

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Generally, he did not prepare before starting a project, wanting to go in without preconceived ideas and using the shoot as his research.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

The Hell Cats, as a group, challenge voters’ preconceived notions about who can lead in the United States.

From Salon • Feb. 12, 2026

Investors are hopeful that he will channel the approach of Druckenmiller, who is relentless in trusting data, rather than preconceived beliefs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026

“I wanted people who would look at data without preconceived notions,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 15, 2025

It is just that we try to fit the waves to our preconceived ideas of positions and velocities.

From "A Brief History of Time: And Other Essays" by Stephen Hawking