dupe

Example Sentences

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Thanks to rapid advances in artificial intelligence, the cybercriminals seeking to dupe you into handing over your retirement funds or revealing company secrets are getting smarter and stronger.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 26, 2025

Online scammers continue to dupe a majority of American adults as they infiltrate virtual calendars and security systems meant to defend users against the poaching of personal information.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 11, 2025

He had researched the logos, signatures and even the type of paper licences were printed on to dupe the seller, who committed no offence.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2025

Finally, they discuss The Cut’s deep dive into the brand Quince and what makes the “one stop dupe shop” so popular.

From Slate • Feb. 22, 2025

“I would sooner swear an oath on an anvil and do honest work than dupe the world with make-believe.”

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor