play false
Deceive or betray one, as in If my memory does not play false, I met them years ago in Italy. [Late 1500s]
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How to use play false in a sentence
Duke Robert was threatening; "he shall know what it is to play false with the heir of William the Norman!"
God Wills It! | William Stearns DavisTurning swiftly, he snarled and bit, at them in angry disbelief that his good little legs should play false with his stout heart.
Greyfriars Bobby | Eleanor AtkinsonAll of a sudden a rumour was spread abroad that the woman was about to play false, and to peach the rest.
Lavengro | George BorrowThe dealer can play false cards; while the adversaries cannot afford to deceive each other.
Bridge; its Principles and Rules of Play | J.B. ElwellMy ears are strung to-day, And play false airs invented by the wind.
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