Phony and Ruse

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Phony noun - An imitation that is passed off as genuine.

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Ruse and phony are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Ruse" instead a noun "Phony".

Nearby Words: phoney, phone, phoning

Ruse noun - A deceptive maneuver (especially to avoid capture).

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Phony and ruse are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Phony" instead a noun "Ruse".

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