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Vocabulary Entry
deception
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The act of misleading or tricking someone.
Example Sentences
"The magician's deception left the audience in awe."
"Trust is often broken by deception."
"She uncovered the deception behind the financial scheme."
V
verb
To mislead or trick someone.
Example Sentences
"He tried to deceive her with false promises."
"The spy was trained to deceive enemies."
"They deceived the investors with fake reports."