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hornswoggle

/hɔrnˈswɒɡl/ verb · British & US
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What does hornswoggle mean?

verb

To deceive or cheat someone, often by using clever or confusing language. To trick or swindle someone.

Example

"The politician was accused of trying to hornswoggle the public with false promises."

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