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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are illusory" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe something that is deceptive or not based in reality, often in discussions about perceptions or beliefs.
Example: "Many of our fears are illusory, created by our own imagination rather than actual threats."
Alternatives: "are misleading" or "are deceptive."
Dictionary
are illusory
adjective
Resulting from an illusion; deceptive, imaginary, unreal
synonyms
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Quick solutions are illusory.
Civilizations are illusory.
But the gains are illusory.
Most of the car's most tantalizing charms are illusory, though.
But the benefits are illusory, charge the insurgents.
But sceptics fear that many of the gains are illusory.
But Mr Cowen says these figures are illusory.
But if coverage does not expand much, these savings are illusory.
"It may be some of the savings are illusory," Mr. Scardino said.
For many here, however, the peace, stability and remarkably low crime rate are illusory.
Abrahamson and Freedman argue that the putative advantages of being neat and organised are illusory.
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