tricked

Example Sentences

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Costco also denied claims that shoppers were tricked into paying a premium for its rotisserie chicken because of the “no preservatives” label.

From Salon • Jun. 17, 2026

Security experts believe manufacturers are paid to add the malware, but many people are tricked into downloading it onto their phones and computers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026

His previous creations have included a smartwatch and a high-tech face mask launched during the pandemic and tricked out with Bluetooth, LED lights and a magnetic earbud docking system.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

"It's the males that set up the territories so, over time, we tricked them that this was their natal site."

From BBC • May 2, 2026

I wouldn’t be tricked into talking—I didn’t need to be.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller