Trick into

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verb

To deceive someone in order to make them do something.

She tricked him into giving her his password.
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Often appears as...

  • tricked into believing
  • tricked into thinking
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Negative Connotation

The phrase often implies someone was negatively affected by the deception.

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She tricked him into buying a fake ticket.
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Unwanted Action

Used when the action performed is not in the best interest of the person tricked.

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I can't believe I was tricked into eating that spicy food!
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Manipulative Skill

Indicates a level of skill or cunning in the person doing the tricking.

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The salesman tricked customers into expensive upgrades.
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