Diversionary tactic Crossword Clue

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Diversionary tactic Crossword Answer

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RUSE

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(noun)
1. a beguiler who leads someone into danger (usually as part of a plot)
2. something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed
(verb)
1. lure or entrap with or as if with a decoy

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

DIVERSIONARY (adjective)
1. (of tactics e.g.) likely or designed to confuse or deceive
TACTIC (noun)
1. a plan for attaining a particular goal

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

RUSE
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