deceived

Example Sentences

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“Brian McClain orchestrated and actively deceived many banks, investors, and individuals,” a spokeswoman for Rabo said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Either McCluskie successfully deceived both Becerra and Williamson with conflicting narratives about the arrangement’s legitimacy, or one party is being less than forthright about their knowledge and involvement in the scheme.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Freidenberg attributed her survival to her “unshakeable faith” in history, which could not be deceived.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

In a statement, Paxton said consumers shouldn’t have to worry whether they are being deceived when trying to make healthy choices.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

But his wisdom failed; and I fear that as the peril of his realm grew he looked in the Stone and was deceived: far too often, I guess, since Boromir departed.

From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien