making shit up

The process by which some academics (especially those in sociology and education) develop theories, do research, and publish articles.

The idea that the mummy was Nefertiti was established by the process of making shit up.

by Heptune May 13, 2005

making shit up

What CNN does on a daily basis.

Tom, did you see that story about Trump on CNN last night? Jerry: Oh, they are just making shit up as usual.

by qbert3 December 25, 2017