Hoodwink (verb)

To deceive or trick someone, often by hiding the truth or facts from them.

Origin:

The word "hoodwink" comes from the middle english word "hudewink" which means to close the eyes of a hawk while hunting by putting a hood over its head.

Examples:

1. He hoodwinked the investors into believing that the company was profitable.
2. She was hoodwinked by the scam artist and lost all her savings.
3. He hoodwinked the audience by pretending to pull a rabbit out of his hat.
4. The company hoodwinked the public by hiding the truth about their products.
5. She was hoodwinked into believing that the job offer was legitimate.