Swindle

usgb/ˈswɪndl/
verb

To cheat or trick someone to get money or property.

He was accused of swindling investors out of millions of dollars.
Visual representation of "swindle" - to cheat or trick someone to get money or property

Often appears as...

  • swindle out of
  • swindle into

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Legal Consequences

Using 'swindle' often implies an illegal act, so it can have serious legal implications.

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The company's CEO faced jail for swindling customers.
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Intent to Deceive

Swindling involves intent; the person doing it plans to deceive others.

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She swindled her friends by selling fake concert tickets.
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Financial Focus

Although not exclusively, 'swindle' often relates to money or financial transactions.

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The corrupt official swindled public funds anonymously.
Visual representation of the word "Swindle"

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