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deceptive remarks
[/dɪˈsɛptɪv rɪˈmɑːrks/]
noun phrase
observações enganosas
1.
statements or comments intended to mislead or create a false impression
His deceptive remarks about the project's progress were designed to hide the problems.
Suas observações enganosas sobre o progresso do projeto foram feitas para ocultar os problemas.
2.
words that appear truthful but contain falsehoods or half-truths
The politician's deceptive remarks fooled many voters.
As observações enganosas do político enganaram muitos eleitores.
NYC Slang
cap / bogus talk / smooth operator's game
Synonyms
misleading statements
false claims
dishonest comments
fraudulent remarks
Antonyms
truthful remarks
honest statements
sincere comments
candid remarks
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
observações enganosas
standard usage
Brazil
falas enganosas
alternative, more colloquial form
Portugal
comentários enganadores
common alternative in European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
pull the wool over someone's eyes
give someone a line
spin a yarn
tell a white lie
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