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Chicanery

usgb/ʃɪˈkeɪnəri/Volume
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Often Negative

Chicanery usually implies negative judgment and is considered unethical.

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The lawyer's chicanery led to a mistrial.
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Subtle Tricks

Chicanery refers to clever, subtle schemes or deception, not obvious lies.

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He used chicanery to outwit his competitors.
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Common Contexts

Chicanery is often discussed in contexts involving politics, business, or finance.

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The report unveiled chicanery in campaign financing.
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