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deception

noun

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The act of leading someone to believe something false, or a device used to do so.

The mystery's central deception involved two nearly identical letters.

Dictionary practice example.

In a different club dispute, an exhibition organizer used deception by labeling several empty display slots as confirmed bookings to create an impression of high demand.

From Judging Conduct and Claims.

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