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hypocrisy - Behavior that is the opposite of how one actually is, being fake by pretending to be one thing, and acting in the opposite way.

The politician was guilty of hypocrisy because he promised reforms, but his real goal was to enrich himself and his friends.

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smokescreen - A distraction or false front used to mislead or deceive others.

The flashy website and ad campaign turned out to be a smokescreen so people would be distracted from paying attention to the company's declining sales.

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wavelength - A way to describe how well people understand each other or think alike.

The bond of their friendship is so strong because they always feel they are on the same wavelength, anticipating and finishing each other’s sentences.

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Good / Pleasure

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goodies - Products or items that are particularly appealing, delicious, and desirable.

The kids were excited to receive all the goodies in the gift bags at the party.

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Good / Flexible

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tossup - An unpredictable or close contest where the outcome is uncertain or equally likely to go either way.

It was a tossup between going to the beach or staying home and relaxing.

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aftermath - The lingering effects or impact after something has occurred.

In the aftermath of the earthquake, rescue teams worked day and night.

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prank - A practical joke or mischievous act

A popular prank among children involves making phone calls to people and pretending to be somebody else.

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haven - A place of safety or refuge

Trying to get away from the bitter cold, the lone cabin seemed to be a perfect haven to Martha.

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cover-up - The act of concealing the truth or facts, especially by a person in authority.

The media discovered a major cover-up involving illegal funds.

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ruse - A ploy or stratagem used to manipulate a situation in one's favor, often by hiding one's true intentions or motives.

His apparent offer to help was just a ruse to get access to her personal information.

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bond - Something that binds or fastens things together physically, often used to describe interpersonal emotion.

The twins have an unbreakable bond and did everything together.

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darling - A term of endearment used to express affection.

Grandma always calls me her darling when I visit.