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JadziaDax · 11-25-2003, 02:44 AM

The Word of the Day for November 25 is:

beguile • \bih-GHYLE\ • (verb) 1. to deceive by cunning means; 2. to draw notice or interest by wiles or charm; 3. to cause (as time) to pass pleasantly

A little more information about today’s word:
"Deceive," "mislead," "delude," and "beguile" all mean to lead astray or frustrate, usually by underhandedness. "Deceive" implies imposing a false idea or belief that causes ignorance, bewilderment, or helplessness (as in "they tried to deceive me about the cost"). "Mislead" implies a leading astray that may or may not be intentional (as in "I was misled by the confusing sign"). "Delude" implies deceiving so thoroughly as to obscure the truth (as in "we were deluded into thinking we were safe"). "Beguile" stresses the use of charm and persuasion in deceiving (as in "they were beguiled by false promises").

My sentence (using definition #1):
Austin's ingratiating manner and knowing air beguiled us all, and it was only after he had swindled us and disappeared with our money that we discovered his true nature.

Based on Merriam-Webster's Collegiate® Dictionary, 10th Edition.

Next sentence?

mrsandman · 11-25-2003, 06:05 AM

The design of the theater was bewildering, the eccentric architect had placed one beguile diagonally through the middle of the main seating area.

redravin40 · 11-25-2003, 07:02 AM

Tom found Suzette's accent and direct manner to be quite beguiling.

bobby · 11-25-2003, 04:33 PM

bobby IS beguiling.............XOXOXOO

Cycler · 11-25-2003, 09:20 PM

I find it very easy to beguile my students in pre-k without meaning to do so.

collide · 11-27-2003, 02:01 AM

An attractive lady is better able to beguile foolish men into funding her lavish whims than any ordinary woman.

Evil Milkman · 12-02-2003, 05:46 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by collide
An attractive lady is better able to beguile foolish men into funding her lavish whims than any ordinary woman.

Alternatively, an ugly man is better able to beguile a foolish man into losing a bet into giving him the funds to take out the attrative woman to dinner and a movie.

11-25-2003, 02:44 AM	#1 (permalink)
JadziaDax Loser Location: who the fuck cares?	Word of the day November 25 The Word of the Day for November 25 is: beguile • \bih-GHYLE\ • (verb) 1. to deceive by cunning means; 2. to draw notice or interest by wiles or charm; 3. to cause (as time) to pass pleasantly A little more information about today’s word: "Deceive," "mislead," "delude," and "beguile" all mean to lead astray or frustrate, usually by underhandedness. "Deceive" implies imposing a false idea or belief that causes ignorance, bewilderment, or helplessness (as in "they tried to deceive me about the cost"). "Mislead" implies a leading astray that may or may not be intentional (as in "I was misled by the confusing sign"). "Delude" implies deceiving so thoroughly as to obscure the truth (as in "we were deluded into thinking we were safe"). "Beguile" stresses the use of charm and persuasion in deceiving (as in "they were beguiled by false promises"). My sentence (using definition #1): Austin's ingratiating manner and knowing air beguiled us all, and it was only after he had swindled us and disappeared with our money that we discovered his true nature. Based on Merriam-Webster's Collegiate® Dictionary, 10th Edition. Next sentence?

11-25-2003, 06:05 AM	#2 (permalink)
mrsandman Addict Location: 3rd coast area	The design of the theater was bewildering, the eccentric architect had placed one beguile diagonally through the middle of the main seating area. __________________ Hail to ALL the troops and shadow warriors.

11-25-2003, 04:33 PM	#4 (permalink)
bobby Super Moderator Location: 18,000+ posts on TFP #1,2,3,4 and 5,but I'm not counting!	bobby IS beguiling.............XOXOXOO __________________ "Life goes on,within you,and...with out you !" xoxoxoo

11-25-2003, 09:20 PM	#5 (permalink)
Cycler Float on.... Alright Location: Where the wind comes sweeping down the plains, i.e. Oklahoma	I find it very easy to beguile my students in pre-k without meaning to do so. __________________ "I'm not even supposed to be here today." "I assure you we're open."

11-27-2003, 02:01 AM	#6 (permalink)
collide Turn off your TV. Location: ... .- -. ..-. .-. .- -. -.-. .. ... -.-. --- --..-- -.-. .-	An attractive lady is better able to beguile foolish men into funding her lavish whims than any ordinary woman. __________________ "inhuman fiery goat worship" is an anagram for "information superhighway" -kingvolc

11-25-2003, 07:02 AM	#3 (permalink)
redravin40 Loser Location: With Jadzia	Tom found Suzette's accent and direct manner to be quite beguiling.