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deceivingly



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A defensively challenged team with deceivingly solid record not matched by 23rd-ranked goal differential of minus-11.

From Seattle Times Dec. 29, 2023

The challenge then becomes how to get an electron to scatter its tracks so deceivingly.

From Science Magazine Dec. 20, 2023

Although leaf litter can look deceivingly stagnant, a microscopic world of activity teems beneath the foliage.

From National Geographic Oct. 12, 2023

There’s a deceivingly grave presence to Tarr, reinforced by the philosophical heft of his films.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 16, 2023

Two little impish devils peeped from the depths of Jocko’s eyes, but he flicked his tail lazily and lowered his head in a deceivingly humble manner.

From The Motor Maids Across the Continent by Stokes, Katherine




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