deception
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Nor should a survivor’s demeanor—including appearing detached, emotionless, or uncertain—automatically be interpreted as evidence of deception.
From Slate ● Oct. 2, 2026
The gang were foiled in their attempts to pull the deception for a third time.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
It said the ruling recognised that the commission, Campbell and others had been "subject to sophisticated deception".
From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026
Washington should make defensive AI a national research priority: systems designed to identify dangerous capabilities in other models, monitor autonomous agents, detect deception, and defend networks.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 22, 2026
But her letters were the greatest deception of all.
From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine
Even more elaborate deceptions are carried out for complex, high-risk trips abroad.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
As “Love Island” alumnus Rob Rausch frequently reminded us and himself, whatever deceptions he committed were all part of playing a game.
From Salon ● Jun. 20, 2026
Mild lies of omission are forgivable, while "sticky" mid-range deceptions can often be resolved with support and kindness.
From BBC ● Jan. 13, 2026
She also pointed out that, in addition to the DOJ lawyers’ deceptions, at least six witnesses for the government in this case were “unprepared or defiant in their refusal to answer questions,” including ICE officials.
From Slate ● Dec. 12, 2025
Nevertheless, his deceptions always succeeded to his heart’s desire, since he knew this aspect of the world very well.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
Vocabulary lists containing deception
A Web of Lies
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"The Crucible" -- Vocabulary from all 4 Acts
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Smoke and Mirrors: The Lingo of Illusion and Deception
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