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Deceit

Definition

(formal) The act of intentionally misleading or deceiving someone, often by hiding or distorting the truth; a false or misleading statement, especially one made to gain an advantage or conceal something. Typically collocates with 'practice', 'policy', 'web', 'tactics', 'means'.

Example Sentences

1The company's deceit in hiding the environmental impact of their operations led to widespread public outcry and calls for greater corporate accountability.
2Is it ever justifiable to use deceit as a means to an end, or does the end never justify the means in such cases?
3The politician's web of deceit was slowly unraveled by investigative journalists, revealing a pattern of corruption and abuse of power.
4Avoid using deceit in your negotiation tactics; transparency and honesty are essential for building trust with your counterparts.
5There is a thin line between diplomacy and deceit in international relations, and diplomats must navigate this fine line with great care and nuance.

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