false note

/F AO1 L S N OW0 T/

noun

1
(idiomatic, by extension) Of a remark or narrative, an indication (as discerned by the listener or reader) of untruth, insincerity, or inconsistency.
2
(idiomatic, by extension) Of a non-verbal display or presentation, an indication of incongruity or inappropriateness.
3
(music) An incorrect note which is sung or played in a musical performance.

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