false promise

Frequency: 7.511.1 per million words

a deceptive promise made without intention of keeping it

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Examples (10)

  • The politician's campaign was built on a series of false promises.
  • She accused him of making a false promise he never intended to keep.
  • Many consumers feel misled by companies that make false promises about their products.
  • His repeated false promises eventually eroded all trust in him.
  • Don't be fooled by the false promise of quick riches.
  • The government's pledge turned out to be nothing more than a false promise.
  • After years of false promises, the community lost hope for the project.
  • It's crucial to distinguish between genuine commitments and false promises.
  • He offered a false promise of support, which never materialized.
  • We must hold leaders accountable for every false promise they make.