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preconceived

[pree-kuhn-seevd] / ˌpri kənˈsivd /




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Delevingne said she has used humour and being self-deprecating in the past but had to learn to take herself more seriously when it came to music, knowing that people will have preconceived ideas about her.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

When epidemiologist Antoine Flahault addressed a French governmental health conference alongside other health experts on Tuesday, he urged scientists, journalists and the general public to "be wary of preconceived notions".

From Barron's • May 13, 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

“You don’t think you have any preconceived notions in your head about us that are driving your decisions?”

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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