Example Sentences
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In truth, his parents had wanted to save him from the same villagers who deceived him with the False Asa.
From Salon ● Jul. 18, 2026
Sturgeon has denied any knowledge of his wrongdoing, saying she was "deceived, betrayed and lied to".
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
“Brian McClain orchestrated and actively deceived many banks, investors, and individuals,” a spokeswoman for Rabo said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 7, 2026
“People are getting hurt, parents are getting deceived and they need to pay for it,” Florida Atty.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 2, 2026
“So you deceived your life’s friend, for my sake?”
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
