Trojan horse

Definition of Trojan horsenext

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Noun
  • The Swedish government has come up with some drastically different economic figures on Russia that make the Kremlin’s official data seem like a Potemkin village.
    Jason Ma, Fortune, 24 May 2026
  • But when Microsoft built the Potemkin village that is Copilot and charged for it, well, no thank you.
    Jim Cramer, CNBC, 8 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Creative desserts were added in late 2025, like a matcha-and-fig leaf gateaux served with green apple sorbet, and blood orange-and-yuza espuma, a fluffy citrus confection that hides a surprise of chocolate olive oil pieces.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Critics, however, argued that the focus on local control was a fig leaf for austerity and dismantling the welfare state.
    National Correspondent, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The latest the series can end is June 17; the shield stopping him from answering questions — not just about his past, but his present and future — is likely to stay in place.
    Sean Gentille, New York Times, 2 June 2026
  • Sherrill cited public safety concerns after officials reported protesters had set tires and chairs on fire, thrown makeshift projectiles and weaponized police shields.
    Nicole Acevedo, NBC news, 2 June 2026
Noun
  • In this screen-free environment, the two narrators meet and form a friendship that strengthens them both.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 1 June 2026
  • With citations to academic research, Horvath argues students learn better on paper and through discussion, and schools are harming children by sticking them behind a screen.
    Tyler Kingkade, NBC news, 31 May 2026
Noun
  • In some position groups — receiver, tight end, edge rushers, cornerback and safeties to be specific — the blind is leading the blind because there is no veteran presence in those rooms.
    Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026
  • The large slats of shutters might be easier to vacuum than those of mini blinds or even cellular shades, so make a plan based on your window blind type and style.
    Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Apr. 2026
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“Trojan horse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Trojan%20horse. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.

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