SUCK IN Synonyms: 73 Similar and Opposite Words

suck in

verb

Definition of suck in

as in to deceive

to cause to believe what is untrue she was sucked in by a scam that was run by a shady outfit selling time-shares

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Recent Examples of suck in But in the crowded and stressful rush of everyday life, they will get sucked in. — David Brooks, The Atlantic, 28 June 2026 But before it’s sucked in, some of it gets blown back by winds created by the black hole’s intense pressure and friction. — Mary Ogborn, The Conversation, 25 June 2026 Available in either black or white, this round insect trap uses UV lights and a fan to lure and suck in nearby flying pests with ease. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 9 June 2026 But not everything gets sucked in. — Jeanna Bryner, Scientific American, 4 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for suck in

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Jury Duty has managed to deceive two unsuspecting do-gooders with civic duty and a company retreat.

— Peter White, Deadline, 21 Aug. 2026
In this book’s scenario, an explosion at the Siberian lab sets loose a virus that has been designed to spread rapidly, deceive medical professionals, and produce a 100% fatality rate.

— The Week US, TheWeek, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of deceive

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Artificial intelligence bots posing as immigration lawyers are increasingly prevalent on social media, where their goal is to trick immigrants and their families into paying out thousands of dollars.

— Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 20 Aug. 2026
Proponents argue this reveals the AI's full capabilities, including potential for cyberattacks, while critics warn of severe risks like AI wreaking havoc, creating viruses, or tricking humans.

— Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of trick

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Today, some are convincing enough to fool experts, helped along by a market where documentation is scarce and comprehensive catalogs and archives are rare.

— Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 19 Aug. 2026
No case illustrates the ease with which they are fooled like the confirmation of Todd Blanche as attorney general.

— David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 19 Aug. 2026

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