grand illusion

noun

The numerous economic, political, social, and societal institutions, including common beliefs and ideological frameworks, that maintain the "illusion" of a stable and modern society under capitalism.

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nounthe grand illusion (uncountable)
  1. USsingularsingular onlyuncountableThe numerous economic, political, social, and societal institutions, including common beliefs and ideological frameworks, that maintain the "illusion" of a stable and modern society under capitalism.

    Welcome to the grand illusion Come on in and see what's happenin' Pay the price, get your ticket for the show

    1977 July 7, “The Grand Illusion”, in The Grand Illusion, performed by Styx
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    And they know they're lying, they're aware of the fact that they are lying to you; they just have to keep the grand illusion going up.

    2026 May 17, Vaush, 7:20 from the start, in He Doesn't Love You. He Never Did. Break Up With Him., YouTube
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