ruse

Example Sentences

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I have a theory, however, that the band's notorious dislike of "the old stuff" is an elaborate ruse.

From BBC

“We don’t need it. We don’t buy into the ruse that what you really want is to take care of us.”

From New York Times

The ruse was amusing but unsettling: Walking on a wooden ramp, I headed downhill.

From Seattle Times

Microsoft suspended the third-party developer accounts involved in the ruse and said the company is “working on long-term solutions to address these deceptive practices and prevent future customer impacts.”

From Seattle Times

The ruse — apparently carried out by two Russian comedians who support President Vladimir V. Putin — involved asking Mr. Powell questions about the American and global economy.

From New York Times