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deception

[dih-sep-shuhn] / dɪˈsɛp ʃən /




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The production was announced in March this year as a "rambunctious comedy of deception and disguise inspired by the grand swashbuckling epics of stage and screen".

From BBC ● Oct. 11, 2026

Nor should a survivor’s demeanor—including appearing detached, emotionless, or uncertain—automatically be interpreted as evidence of deception.

From Slate ● Oct. 2, 2026

It said the ruling recognised that the commission, Campbell and others had been "subject to sophisticated deception".

From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026

Celebrity Traitors returns next week for a second round of deception and amateur detective work.

From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026

After my deception had been explained to them, King Jerrold and Queen Daria welcomed me joyously into the royal family.

From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine

As “Love Island” alumnus Rob Rausch frequently reminded us and himself, whatever deceptions he committed were all part of playing a game.

From Salon ● Jun. 20, 2026

Pandaram, meanwhile, is an uxorious family man struggling to marry off a spoiled daughter, and the story turns on the scams and deceptions he faces in arranging her future.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 8, 2026

Mild lies of omission are forgivable, while "sticky" mid-range deceptions can often be resolved with support and kindness.

From BBC ● Jan. 13, 2026

This time it was Elsie's failing health that kept him out of prison and he stayed quiet until her death in 2002 before the deceptions dangerously escalated.

From BBC ● Dec. 31, 2025

“You’ve done your homework,” said the girl, “but any wight could know my name and birthplace. Unfortunately for you, I no longer find your deceptions interesting.”

From "Hollow City" by Ransom Riggs


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