Word of the DaySeptember 15, 2020

ploy

Definition

a cunning plan to trick or confuse in order to gain an advantage

Example Usage

the free trial offer is a ploy to boost subscriber numbers because many people forget to cancel

Synonyms

  • scheme
  • tactic
  • trick
  • ruse
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