Collocations for "deceitful"
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word "deceitful" in context.
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deceitful
ⓘMost examples are given in US English. We have labeled exceptions as UK.adj
- is a deceitful individual
- is known for being deceitful
- made his fortune by being deceitful
- gained through deceitful [acts, ways]
- deceitful [business, lending] practices
- deceitful and [dishonest, fraudulent, unjust, manipulative]
- deceitful [in his, at] work
- was deceitful about [how, when, what]
- deceitful [conduct, tactics]
- a deceitful [leader, king, dictator]
- known for his deceitful ways
- has a deceitful appearance
- be careful; she is known for being deceitful
- can be very deceitful
- was not trying to be deceitful
- would be deceitful to [say, pretend] that