deceit
Example Sentences
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His research ranged from the evolutionary dimension of human altruism to the logic of deceit and self-deception.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026
Palestinians said they feared the changes would lead to more pressure on individuals to sell, as well as acts of forgery and deceit.
From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026
It was a surprising show of support from a woman who is invoked by prosecutors to illustrate the extent of Rubin’s deceit.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 18, 2026
Barrera co-stars as Michelle, a spy tangled in the web of deceit.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 16, 2025
“Trickeries and all methods of deceit will be resorted to.”
From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
