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bluffing

[bluhf-ing] / ˈblʌf ɪŋ /










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Those who remain alive might well be bluffing, projecting resolve even if they would privately prefer to sue for peace.

From Slate Mar. 26, 2026

Mehdi, a 58-year-old salesman believes the opposite, saying that "the Americans are bluffing" and that "the negotiations will be 100% successful".

From Barron's Feb. 25, 2026

Anyone who confidently predicts its outcome is bluffing.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 16, 2025

"We aren't bluffing or joking - we don't have a purpose media wise we are only for money and money only and one of our main managers wanted me to reach out to you."

From BBC Sep. 29, 2025

“You were bluffing, then. She was never in danger.”

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo




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