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Deception is the act of intentionally misleading or deceiving someone through false statements, actions, or impressions. It involves creating a false perception or impression with the intention of manipulating or influencing the target's beliefs or actions. Deception can take many forms, including lying, withholding information, exaggerating, or using tricks or illusions to mislead others. It is often used to gain an advantage or to avoid negative consequences, but can have serious ethical, legal, or social implications.

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