misleading reporting
[mɪsˈliːdɪŋ rɪˈpɔːrtɪŋ]
noun
relato enganoso
1. the presentation of information in a way that distorts facts or creates a false impression, often intentionally or through negligence
The misleading reporting about the company's financial status caused investors to lose confidence.
O relato enganoso sobre a situação financeira da empresa causou perda de confiança dos investidores.
2. news or information coverage that omits crucial context or presents facts in a biased manner
The journalist was criticized for misleading reporting that exaggerated the severity of the incident.
O jornalista foi criticado pelo relato enganoso que exagerou a gravidade do incidente.
3. false or inaccurate communication of events or data to the public or stakeholders
Misleading reporting about the product's effectiveness led to lawsuits against the company.
O relato enganoso sobre a eficácia do produto levou a ações judiciais contra a empresa.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, misleading reporting has become increasingly scrutinized due to the rise of social media and 24-hour news cycles. Brazil has seen heightened awareness following political misinformation campaigns, while in the US, the term 'fake news' has become politically charged. Both countries have developed fact-checking organizations in response to concerns about misleading reporting in journalism and social media.
Related Idioms & Phrases
bent out of shape (misleading information that upsets people)
feeding someone a line (deliberately providing misleading reporting)
pulling the wool over someone's eyes (engaging in misleading reporting to deceive)
not telling the whole story (incomplete misleading reporting)
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