misquotations
[/ˌmɪskwoʊˈteɪʃənz/]
nounpl: misquotations (plural form)
citações incorretas
1. Inaccurate or incorrect repetitions of someone's spoken or written words
The article contained several misquotations that distorted the politician's original statement.
O artigo continha várias citações incorretas que distorceram a declaração original do político.
2. Instances where a quote is attributed to the wrong person or source
Misquotations on social media often spread false information about famous figures.
As citações incorretas nas redes sociais frequentemente espalham informações falsas sobre figuras famosas.
3. Partial or altered versions of original statements presented as direct quotes
These misquotations changed the meaning of what the author originally intended to say.
Essas citações incorretas alteraram o significado do que o autor originalmente pretendia dizer.
Misquotations are a significant concern in both American and Brazilian digital cultures, particularly on social media and in journalism. In Brazil, there is growing awareness of the importance of fact-checking (verificação de fatos) due to the rapid spread of misinformation. In the USA, misquotations often feature in political discourse and media criticism. Both cultures value accuracy in attribution and direct quotes.
Related Idioms & Phrases
take someone's words out of context
twist someone's words
put words in someone's mouth
misrepresent what someone said
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