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dishonesty

[dis-on-uh-stee] / dɪsˈɒn ə sti /


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A questionable outlet, the company obtained the results through a methodology so shady it verged on outright dishonesty: They used a definition of “tradwife” that bears no resemblance to the term’s actual meaning.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026

Shocked by the initial assault, the press and the intellectual commentariat saw only official dishonesty and defeat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Issues around academic dishonesty, classroom surveillance, and harassment have been growing in recent years but have been exacerbated as students gain access to the controversial wearable.

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2026

He accused the health board of "callous evasion and dishonesty".

From BBC • Jan. 18, 2026

Much as they regretted the dishonesty, they felt they had no choice.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood




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