Meaning & use
Fake-out
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A deceptive move or trick intended to mislead someone, especially in sports or games.
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The point guard's fake-out sent the defender the wrong way.
The whole announcement turned out to be a fake-out to boost ticket sales.
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"Fake-out" is an informal, chiefly American term that originated in sports commentary before spreading to general slang.
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