Phrases with «confidence game»

The phrase "confidence game" refers to a type of scam or deception where someone gains another person's trust or confidence in order to deceive or manipulate them for personal gain. It involves using tactics such as lies, charm, or manipulation to exploit a person's trust and make them believe in something that is not true. Full definition

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confidence (parent phrase)

confidence game

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game full of confidence
confidence in the game

Sentences with «confidence game»

Often at museums I feel that I'm in a giant confidence game which is trying to convince me that what I am seeing and the meanings I'm sensing are not really there. (brooklynrail.org)
My love of confidence games, card - sharps and great filmmaking makes this the most obvious choice on the list. (criterion.com)
Theo seems to slowly be winning over a lot of doubters which is absolutely brilliant as he seems to be growing in confidence every game. (justarsenal.com)
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