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beguile

/ˈbɛɡwɪl/ verb · British & US
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What does beguile mean?

verb

To deceive or cheat someone by making them believe something that is not true, or to charm or attract someone by being pleasant or attractive.

Example

"The magician's tricks beguiled the audience, making them believe that he was performing real magic."

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