For politics, whenever a speaker says “that’s open for interpretation” when in fact they make media with inherent opinions. That causes incongruence because they denying the need to associate with their argument’s direction. So no it’s not open to interpretation when I’m watching commentary.

multiple choice questions where None of the Above & All of the Above are within the response options for the same question. That causes incongruence.

Another example with colour is a Green coloured but octagon shaped sign that says Go.

In social media advertising, when video creators title their reels/tiktok style videos with “I hate this product” but then go on to explain why they love it and urge the audience to buy it.

Another video example prominent in workout videos is using the same equipment for instance, leg training, but showing its use for upper body movements.

Any example that causes your logical brain to think twice based on the illogic of presenting that information.

The Stroop Effect, illustrating how conflicting information can delay cognitive processing, is evident in today's culture through various means. In advertising, brands use color-text discrepancies to capture attention and aid memorability. Digital interfaces leverage color-coding for user guidance, where unexpected combinations can cause confusion. Educational tools incorporate Stroop-like tasks to enhance cognitive skills, while traffic and safety signals rely on intuitive color-text alignment to ensure quick, accurate responses. Additionally, psychological assessments use Stroop tasks to evaluate cognitive function, demonstrating the effect's relevance in both practical applications and scientific research.