dishonesty
noun
dis·hon·es·ty
(ˌ)dis-ˈä-nə-stē 
also (ˌ)diz-
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Examples of dishonesty in a Sentence
Are you accusing him of dishonesty?
her dishonesty about what happened
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No hint of dishonesty has tarnished her, and she is pledged to the rule of law.
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Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
In any case, withholding specific details or not providing all necessary facts is considered a form of dishonesty.
—Giana Levy, refinery29.com, 29 Oct. 2024
Just at that moment, Shiva appeared from the light and cursed both Brahma and the ketaki flower for their dishonesty.
—Robert J. Stephens, The Conversation, 27 Sep. 2024
Additionally, broader negative issues include dishonesty, bullying, and mental issues.
—Victoria Le, Orange County Register, 4 Oct. 2024
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Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
In any case, withholding specific details or not providing all necessary facts is considered a form of dishonesty.
—Giana Levy, refinery29.com, 29 Oct. 2024
Just at that moment, Shiva appeared from the light and cursed both Brahma and the ketaki flower for their dishonesty.
—Robert J. Stephens, The Conversation, 27 Sep. 2024
Additionally, broader negative issues include dishonesty, bullying, and mental issues.
—Victoria Le, Orange County Register, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Dishonesty.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dishonesty. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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dishonesty
noun
dis·hon·es·ty
(ˈ)dis-ˈän-ə-stē
: lack of honesty : the quality of being dishonest
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