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duplicity

noun

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Deceit through contradictory words or conduct.

The discovery of his duplicity ended their business partnership.

Dictionary practice example.

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.

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