Con
Con verb - To cause to believe what is untrue.
Usage example: tried to con me into thinking that he had actually won the lottery
Nearby Word: cony
Show up
Show up verb - To come into view.
Both terms in one sentence
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The first time is intentional - two con men show up at the home of a recently deceased man, claiming to be his brothers who live in England.
Source: Mistaken Identity - Annie: After Warbucks offers a reward for information about Annie's family, her real parents show up to claim her, but they're actually just con artists after the reward.
Source: The Trap Parents
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