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The name comes from the common (but false) legend that ostriches bury their heads in the sand to avoid danger. This effect is a cognitive bias where people tend to “bury their head in the sand” and avoid potentially negative but useful information, such as feedback on progress, to avoid psychological discomfort. [1]
Ostrich policy is a metaphoric expression referring to the tendency to ignore obvious matters and pretend they do not exist; [1] the expression derives from the supposed habit of ostriches to stick their head in the sand rather than face danger. [2] Ostriches do not actually bury their heads in the sand to avoid danger. [3]
In computer science, the ostrich algorithm is a strategy of ignoring potential problems on the basis that they may be exceedingly rare. It is named after the ostrich effect which is defined as "to stick one's head in the sand and pretend there is no problem". It is used when it appears the situation may be more cost-effectively managed by ...
The ostrich instruction is a jury instruction that the requirement of knowledge to establish a guilty mind , is satisfied by deliberate ignorance - deliberate avoidance of knowledge. [1] This principle became established in British courts in the 1860s, and became widespread in the United States in the late 19th century. [ 2 ]
William’s ostrich feather hat and intricate regalia emphasizes nobility and the rich traditions of Scottish heritage. Prince William Through the Years: His Royal Life, Fatherhood and More
When standing upright, ostriches have a wide field of view. Try to emulate this one that can sing "Hello, Dolly!" Nominating articles for deletion can sometimes be a controversial action. Articles on notable authors, scientists, and artists have been nominated for deletion simply because the nominators hadn't heard of them and, more importantly ...
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"From a Biblical perspective, a hawk is a symbol of divine guidance and that we are being watched out for from above. It is a call to seek God’s wisdom and guidance in our lives."