tricked
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I started researching the lyrics and realized this band tricked us into positivity, like getting us to eat our vegetables.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
After Urbina told local and federal authorities she had been tricked out of her day in court, Immigration and Customs Enforcement switched her scheduled December virtual check-in to an in-person meeting.
From Salon • May 2, 2026
Three-year-old Agatha Acker, in a cute gingham outfit and gas mask, brought along her doll, Betty Lou, also tricked out in a pretty dress, and a gas mask.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
The same month, South Africa secured the return of 17 South Africans who were allegedly tricked into joining the war.
From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026
Athena had tricked him and there was no way of escape.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
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