fact from fiction

idiom

: truth from falsehood

It can sometimes be hard to separate fact from fiction in this controversy.

Examples of fact from fiction in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These examples are automatically compiled from online sources to illustrate current usage. Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Debunking conspiracy theories takes time away from recovery efforts As rescue work continues and authorities try to separate fact from fiction, the conspiracy theories are not helping. —

David Klepper, The Christian Science Monitor, 5 Oct. 2024 Newport-Mesa’s schools need the very best science curriculum so our students can distinguish fact from fiction when climate change is discussed and debated. —

Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Orange County Register, 4 Oct. 2024 World & Nation Supplies arrive by plane and mule to North Carolina as Helene death toll tops 100 Sept. 30, 2024 As rescue work continues and authorities try to separate fact from fiction, the conspiracy theories are not helping. —

David Klepper, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2024 Look for inconsistency and ask questions to differentiate fact from fiction. —

Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 2 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fact from fiction

Cite this Entry

Style

“Fact from fiction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fact%20from%20fiction. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Copy Citation