Popular delusions are usually false beliefs that fly in the face of common sense, rational thinking, and even scientific evidence. (firstthings.com)
Religious belief flies in the face of common sense, yet so many adhere to it. (nakedpastor.com)
We are going to fight in Europe for changes to the way the European court works and we will fight to ensure people understand the real scope of these rights and do not use them as cover for rules or excuses that fly in the face of common sense.» (politics.co.uk)