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as in legends
a traditional but unfounded story that gives the reason for a current custom, belief, or fact of nature
according to an ancient Greek myth, humans acquired fire from Prometheus, a Titan who had stolen it from heaven
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as in mythologies
the body of customs, beliefs, stories, and sayings associated with a people, thing, or place
over the years Davy Crockett evolved from an actual person to one of the great figures of American myth
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as in illusions
a false idea or belief
the idea that alligators can live in the sewers of New York is just a myth
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Recent Examples of myths
One of the persistent myths of the ’90s is that, with the runaway success of Nirvana’s Nevermind, label executives stopped searching for pop stars and focused on regional scenes to uncover unlikely diamonds in the rough like the Goo Goo Dolls.
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Sam Sodomsky, Pitchfork, 14 Feb. 2026
Many myths about surrogacy persist, but the practice remains one that is legal and for which surrogates are fairly compensated.
—Kris Ann Valdez, Parents, 13 Feb. 2026
Some of these myths include a home facing south will bring financial and health problems and misfortunes to the occupants—however, many Vastu sources also say a south-facing home can be auspicious if done right.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 11 Feb. 2026
The idea that managers must be loud, constantly visible, or the most vocal person in the room is one of the most enduring workplace myths.
—Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
The chief human resources officer at $76 billion giant Colgate-Palmolive, Sally Massey, dispelled the myths that Gen Z only brings high standards and chaos to the workplace.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 5 Feb. 2026
Now, there are some myths circulating around the benefits of hot water.
—Julia Ries Wexler, Outside, 4 Feb. 2026
The paper collage prints feature interpretations of scenes from a circus, his visits to Tahiti, and popular myths and stories, the Art Institute said.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
Emily Mendenhall traces the medical myths, gender bias, and neurological truths behind hysteria, one of history’s most damaging diagnoses.
—Big Think, 29 Jan. 2026
Sam Sodomsky, Pitchfork, 14 Feb. 2026
Many myths about surrogacy persist, but the practice remains one that is legal and for which surrogates are fairly compensated.
—Kris Ann Valdez, Parents, 13 Feb. 2026
Some of these myths include a home facing south will bring financial and health problems and misfortunes to the occupants—however, many Vastu sources also say a south-facing home can be auspicious if done right.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 11 Feb. 2026
The idea that managers must be loud, constantly visible, or the most vocal person in the room is one of the most enduring workplace myths.
—Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
The chief human resources officer at $76 billion giant Colgate-Palmolive, Sally Massey, dispelled the myths that Gen Z only brings high standards and chaos to the workplace.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 5 Feb. 2026
Now, there are some myths circulating around the benefits of hot water.
—Julia Ries Wexler, Outside, 4 Feb. 2026
The paper collage prints feature interpretations of scenes from a circus, his visits to Tahiti, and popular myths and stories, the Art Institute said.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
Emily Mendenhall traces the medical myths, gender bias, and neurological truths behind hysteria, one of history’s most damaging diagnoses.
—Big Think, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for myths
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Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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From the ceilings draped with flags to the walls lined with portraits—all reminders of the local and national legends who have walked through these doors—this place in Bairro Alto oozes nostalgia.—
Todd Plummer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Feb. 2026
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Among the many ideas the film explores, front and center is the notion that communities like Ant’s create their own mythologies.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
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Plus, the two cultures have overlapping ancient mythologies that could be incorporated into the story’s fantasy elements.—
Liz Ohanesian,
Oc Register,
27 Jan. 2026
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Rybakina was under more scoreboard pressure in her service games, but Sabalenka’s opportunities were mostly illusions.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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Saturn brings accountability, Neptune dissolves illusions and Aries demands action.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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Animated family films have been a staple of entertainment culture for nearly a century and offer a rich catalog of adventures, fables, fairy tales and dramas.—
David Faris,
TheWeek,
27 Jan. 2026
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Or throw it back with some age-old fables or fairy tales.—
Maya Silver,
Outside,
20 Jan. 2026
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The kallikantzaroi are a group of blind, black goblins who live underground during most of the year sawing at the world tree – a motif throughout various folklores that connects the heavens to the Earth.—
Carlie Procell,
USA Today,
20 Dec. 2025
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So the dreams — or delusions — of past officials proved false.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
1 Feb. 2026
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The darkly comedic drama confronts reality, privacy, and the delusions fueling our ever-changing world.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
29 Jan. 2026
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His music, holding a foot in the future and the past, is homage to Puerto Rican traditions, heavy on salsa, with notes of hip hop, big band, indie rock and reggaeton.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2026
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Having the mayor respecting the traditions of others is critical.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
9 Feb. 2026
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Judges have a duty to ensure that a person’s liberty, due process rights, and privacy are not compromised by administrative or technical errors.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Feb. 2026
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But those errors didn’t stop his performance on Sunday from helping Team USA earn a gold medal in the team figure skating event.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Myths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/myths. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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