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to deceive
Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Also written as 誤魔化す

Definitions

  1. 1. to deceive
  2. 2. to cheat
  3. 3. to falsify
  4. 4. to evade (a question, taxes, etc.)
A verb meaning to deceive, trick, or gloss over something to hide the truth. It can refer to cheating someone, making up an excuse, or trying to cover up a mistake, and has a somewhat negative connotation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Why are you trying so hard to cover it up — just be honest!

Sentence 2

The coach covered up the player's condition by saying "It's not an injury."

Sentence 3

Did you manipulate that data to cover up the truth?

Sentence 4

How long are you going to keep hiding from your own weaknesses!

Sentence 5

Whenever he gets asked something, he has a habit of brushing it off with a joke.