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Deceit through contradictory words or conduct.

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duplicity

The discovery of his duplicity ended their business partnership.
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A scheduling coordinator, however, practiced duplicity: he privately promised two different groups exclusive use of the same room, hoping each would continue supplying equipment before discovering the conflict.
From When Principles Meet Practice.
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