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A figment of somebody’s imagination

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Metaphorical Use

It's often used to describe ideas or beliefs not based in reality, emphasizing their lack of substance.

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His theory about time travel was a figment of his imagination.
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Expressing Doubt

Use it to express skepticism about the reality or truth of something someone else mentions.

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Are you sure that's what happened, or is it a figment of your imagination?
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Emotional Impact

When used, it can imply that someone's feelings or fears are not justified because they're based on fiction.

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Her worries about the monster under the bed were simply a figment of her imagination.
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