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treachery

[trech-uh-ree] / ˈtrɛtʃ ə ri /


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True creativity requires not blind faith but a little treachery.

From New York Times

Mr. Macron did touch on the treachery, saying that Louverture and his fellow rebels embodied the French revolutionary ideals, unlike the troops sent to capture them.

From New York Times

Kendall, Roman and Shiv are dumbfounded by the treachery of their so-called loved ones — and during their mother’s wedding, no less.

From Washington Post

From this relatively simple setup, parallels between “Hamlet” and the novel emerge, through such themes as treachery, plays-within-plays, a family divided and a state in turmoil.

From Washington Post

The first two shots on the par 5 historically have been two of the most captivating in golf because of the strategy and treachery they bring to a round.

From Washington Post