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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

conning

/kɑːnɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does conning mean?

verb

Conning is the act of deceiving or cheating someone, often by using clever words or actions. It can also refer to the act of manipulating or exploiting someone for personal gain.

Example

"The con artist was able to con the investor out of thousands of dollars with his fake business proposal."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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