betray
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"We need to make sure we do not betray that trust and we need to deliver for the people of Sunderland and for Washington and Houghton," he said.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
But that’s precisely what interests me: the coded way in which people are talking about this may betray something darker about our culture.
From Salon • May 8, 2026
Charlottesville has long since come to betray all the cynicism of a pseudo-event.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
Others tried to analyze the facial expressions in photos of top administration figures, looking for something disingenuous to betray acting or indicate a lack of real fear.
From Slate • Apr. 26, 2026
Outmaneuvering Madoc wasn’t nearly as satisfying as I wanted it to be, especially since I was able to do it because he never thought of me as someone who would betray him.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
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