deceive
verb (used with object)
to mislead by a false appearance or statement; delude.
are deceiving
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present progressiveof deceive.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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"Now there is self-censorship, which in many ways is worse because we are deceiving the audience."
From BBC ● Jan. 29, 2026
On Saturday at the Rose Bowl, the Bruins could find out if looks are deceiving.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2023
We cannot afford to have hosts who know that they are deceiving viewers.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 20, 2023
“If you think, OK, swapping out the shower head, thawing out the freezer or turning down the heater, none of that makes a difference — you are deceiving yourself,” Mr. Habeck said.
From New York Times ● Jul. 29, 2022
Katherine's voice is unmistakable, and at first I think my ears are deceiving me.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
