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deceit

[dih-seet] / dɪˈsit /




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If we treat the women in our lives with disrespect and deceit, we aren’t exactly the picture of a feminist ally.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

OpenAI’s explosive growth has come on the back of a “web of deceit and the exploitation of users,” alleges Florida’s attorney general in a new lawsuit.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

Lies, deceit and manipulation might be the core principles of our modern world, but that doesn’t make them any less infuriating.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2026

Palestinians said they feared the changes would lead to more pressure on individuals to sell, as well as acts of forgery and deceit.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

“Trickeries and all methods of deceit will be resorted to.”

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann




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