Deception
Deception noun - The inclination or practice of misleading others through lies or trickery.
Shell game and deception are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Shell game" instead a noun "Deception".
Shell game
Shell game noun - An instance of the use of dishonest methods to acquire something of value.
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Deception and shell game are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Deception" instead a noun phrase "Shell game".
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