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   trick

   /trɪk/

   noun

   • 1. a cunning act or scheme intended to deceive or outwit someone: "he's a double-dealer capable of any mean trick" Similar stratagemployruseschemedevicemovemanoeuvrecontrivancemachinationexpedientartificewiledodgedeceitdeceptiontrickerysubterfugechicanerysharp practiceswindlehoaxfraudconfidence trickinformal:concon trickset-upgamescamstingflimflamwheezebuncogriftlurkrortschlenterinformal, dated:flankerarchaic:shiftfetchrig
   • ▪ a mischievous practical joke: "she thought Elaine was playing some trick on her" Similar practical jokejokeprankjapestuntanticcaperinformal:leg-pullspoofput-oncoddidogoakarchaic:cutupquizcantrip
   • ▪ an illusion: "I thought I saw a flicker of emotion, but it was probably a trick of the light" Similar illusionoptical illusiondeceptionfigment of the imaginationmirage
   • ▪ a skilful act performed for entertainment or amusement: "he did conjuring tricks for his daughters" Similar featstuntsleight of handlegerdemainprestidigitationmagic
   • ▪ a clever or particular way of doing something: "the trick is to put one ski forward and kneel" Similar techniqueknackartskillsecretinformal:know-how
   • 2. a peculiar or characteristic habit or mannerism: "she had a trick of clipping off certain words and phrases" Similar mannerismhabitpracticequirkidiosyncrasypeculiarityfoibleeccentricitywaycharacteristictrait
   • 3. (in bridge, whist, and similar card games) a sequence of cards forming a single round of play. One card is laid down by each player, the highest card being the winner.
   • 4. a prostitute's client. informal
   • 5. a sailor's turn at the helm, usually lasting for two or four hours.

   verb

   • 1. cunningly deceive or outwit: "many people have been tricked by villains with false identity cards"
   • 2. sketch (a coat of arms) in outline, with the colours indicated by letters or signs.

   adjective

   • 1. intended or used to deceive or mystify, or to create an illusion: "a trick question"
   • 2. liable to fail; defective: North American "a trick knee"

   Word Origin late Middle English (as a noun): from an Old French dialect variant of triche, from trichier ‘deceive’, of unknown origin. Current senses of the verb date from the mid 16th century.

   Derivatives

   • 1. tricker noun

   Scrabble Points: 11

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › trick intoTrick into Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Jun 17, 2024 · The meaning of TRICK INTO is to use a trick to make (someone or something) do (something). How to use trick into in a sentence.

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   5 days ago · The meaning of NEVER/NOT MISS A TRICK is to notice everything : to always know what is happening.

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   6 days ago · Meaning: Very easy to catch or trick. It can also mean a very easy task. This idiom goes back to the early 1900s. Think of how easy it would be to shoot fish in a barrel. It’s a given. Example: I’m an expert in auto repair, fixing this is like shooting fish in a barrel. 19. A little bird told me . Meaning: Somebody secretly told me

5. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › hat trickHat trick - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   Jul 2, 2024 · A hat trick is three scores in a row or in the same game. It's most commonly used in hockey for when a player gets three goals in a single game.

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   Jul 1, 2024 · The meaning of CON TRICK is a dishonest trick that is done to get someone's money : confidence trick.

7. oldtimemusic.com › the-meaning-behind-the-song-the-trick-by-ajrThe Meaning Behind The Song: The Trick by AJR - Old Time Music

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   Jun 22, 2024 · The Trick by AJR is a thought-provoking and emotionally charged song that delves into the complexities of life and the struggles we all face. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of deep introspection as the band explores themes of self-discovery, acceptance, and the search for meaning amidst the chaos of our existence.

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   Jun 28, 2024 · Biden’s showing did little to remedy that reality. Message chains among Washington Democrats devolved as the night unfolded into crippling anxiety. “Unintelligible must have been the [closed ...