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2 | 44% | 11 | Humorous or absurd misuse of a word, often resulting in a nonsensical or absurd statement | |
3 | 35% | 15 | State of having seemingly absurd or impossible characteristics | |
Seemingly Absurd Statement That May Be True Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "PARADOX" which means:
- noun
- • (logic) a statement that contradicts itself
An example sentence would be:
- • "It's a paradox that the more you try to impress people, the less they tend to admire you."
- • "The idea of a predestined future is a paradox because it suggests that we have no control over our own actions."
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