trick question
Example Sentences
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At one point, McCain’s captors asked if he wanted to go home, but it was a trick question.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 10, 2023
A trick question, because it turns out it doesn't.
From Salon • Feb. 26, 2023
Let’s try a trick question: “What are the hours of Al’s Place restaurant in San Francisco?”
From Washington Post • Feb. 7, 2023
Is this a trick question to make sure I’m not answering rotely?
From New York Times • Mar. 24, 2022
Brooklyn gave her a look like it may be some sort of trick question.
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
