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gullible

[guhl-uh-buhl] / ˈgʌl ə bəl /


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First, he assumes that they’re as gullible as he is—that, since he believes the compliments they shovel his way, they’ll believe his shovelings too.

From Slate Sep. 10, 2026

The dweeb so desperately wanted to be a superhero that he launches a war against real ones in order to turn their powers into weapons he then sells to a gullible public.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 15, 2026

"People say that victims are gullible but the scams are put together well", they are very "sophisticated", said a source close to the investigation.

From Barron's Jun. 5, 2026

Or is it more like Freddy Krueger, coming back to haunt the gullible?

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 22, 2026

“I’ll also admit to the fact that certain arcanists occasionally use prepared candles or torches to impress gullible townsfolk,” Ben said, clearing his throat self-consciously.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss




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