Definition of «false dichotomy»

"False dichotomy" refers to a situation where only two options are presented as choices, but in reality, there are more alternatives or possibilities that have been excluded or ignored. It mistakenly portrays a situation as a choice between two extreme or opposite options, overlooking any middle ground or other options that may exist.

Sentences with «false dichotomy»

Aren't you creating false dichotomy between the written Word and the Word Made Flesh? (rachelheldevans.com)
People are drawing lines in the sand and creating false dichotomies where there don't really need to be any. (writerunboxed.com)
Conclusion: This represents a type of false dichotomy in that it excludes a third option, which is that there is insufficient investigation and therefore insufficient information to prove the proposition satisfactorily to be either true or false (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
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Definition of «false dichotomy»

Sentences with «false dichotomy»

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