wiles

[US]/[ˈwaɪlz]/
[UK]/[ˈwaɪlz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.Crafty or cunning devices or actions, especially those used to trick someone.; A person's skill at using deception.

Phrases & Collocations

human wiles

with wiles

sly wiles

using wiles

ancient wiles

deceptive wiles

wicked wiles

foolish wiles

subtle wiles

learned wiles

Example Sentences

the fox used its wiles to trick the farmer.

she navigated the complex situation with considerable wiles.

he employed all his wiles to persuade her to agree.

the politician’s wiles were evident in his speech.

the con artist relied on his wiles to deceive people.

despite her youth, she possessed a certain amount of wiles.

the negotiator used subtle wiles to reach an agreement.

he exposed the company’s wiles in a damning report.

the story highlights the dangers of relying on wiles.

she countered his wiles with honesty and integrity.

the lawyer’s wiles helped secure a favorable outcome.

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