ruses

plural of ruse

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Recent Examples of ruses Episode 4 finds both Ellen and Julia throwing themselves headlong into plans that require them to keep up major ruses. Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ruses
Noun
  • Videos have gone viral on TikTok and social media showing people spraying the foul odor in their cars, homes and elevators as pranks.
    Minyvonne Burke, NBC news, 23 Sep. 2025
  • The team performed several stunts and pranks on air, with one resulting in an $8,000 loss in advertising.
    Sophie Hanson, StyleCaster, 18 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Whether kids are learning tricks, competing with friends, or just marveling at the floating string, ZipString delivers the perfect mix of science, wonder and fun.
    Emily Glover, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
  • For more tips, tricks and the latest updates, make sure to sign up for our weekly newsletter.
    Janet W. Lee, NPR, 1 Oct. 2025

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“Ruses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ruses. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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