distorted statistic
[dɪˈstɔːrtɪd stəˈtɪstɪk]
nounpl: distorted statistics
estatística distorcida
1. A statistical figure or data that has been manipulated, misrepresented, or presented in a misleading way to support a particular argument or conclusion
The company used distorted statistics to claim their product was more effective than competitors.
A empresa usou estatísticas distorcidas para afirmar que seu produto era mais eficaz que o dos concorrentes.
2. Statistical information presented out of context or with selective data to create a false or exaggerated impression
The politician's speech was full of distorted statistics about unemployment rates.
O discurso do político estava cheio de estatísticas distorcidas sobre as taxas de desemprego.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, the concept of distorted statistics has become increasingly prominent in discussions about misinformation, political discourse, and media literacy. The phrase reflects growing public concern about data integrity and the manipulation of information in the digital age. In Brazil, there is particular sensitivity to this issue in political campaigns and corporate communications.
NYC Slang
cooking the books (financial context); playing with numbers
Related Idioms & Phrases
lies, damned lies, and statistics
figures don't lie, but liars figure
spinning the data
twisting the numbers
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