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scams

Pronunciation: [skæmz]

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Learn how to use scams in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “deception”

(noun) a scam is when someone tricks another person to steal money or valuable things. It's like when a person pretends to sell something that's fake, so they can take your money without giving you anything in return.

Example

I learned about a scam that makes people think they won a prize.

Example

The store isn't running any scams; they sell real items at fair prices.

Example

Have you ever fallen for a scam online?

Context: “deception”

(verb) to scam someone means to trick them to get their money or something else valuable. It’s like when someone lies to you about a service to take your money without giving you what they promised.

Example

They scam people by pretending to be a bank and asking for personal information.

Example

She did not scam anyone; she always keeps her promises and is honest.

Example

Why would someone want to scam innocent people?

How to pronounce scams

Pronunciation: [skæmz]

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