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Term: Redd Herring

Definition:

A redd herring is a misleading or distractive clue or piece of information that leads to a false trail or conclusion.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A false clue or piece of information intentionally used to divert attention from the real issue or solve a puzzle.

Example sentence: The detective realized that the mysterious letter was just a redd herring, meant to steer him away from the true culprit.

Usages:

Usage 1:

Noun: A literary device used to add suspense and mislead the readers or audience.

Example sentence: The author skillfully employed a redd herring in the plot, keeping readers guessing until the surprising twist.

Usage 2:

Verb: To intentionally mislead or distract by using false clues or information.

Example sentence: The defendant's lawyer tried to redd herring the jury by presenting irrelevant evidence to cloud the real facts of the case.

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