Hustle
Hustle noun - An instance of the use of dishonest methods to acquire something of value.
Usage example: a clever hustle that tricked people into revealing their bank account information
Nearby Word: hustling
Ploy
Ploy noun - A clever often underhanded means to achieve an end.
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Synonyms for Ploy
Nearby Word: ployed
How words are described
| old | old hustle | old ploy |
| good | good hustle | good ploy |
| successful | successful hustle | successful ploy |
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