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The Humbugs Of The World Author 1865 Crossword Clue

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noun

• United States showman who popularized the circus (1810-1891)

40%6 Known for his hoaxes and humbugs
noun

• United States showman who popularized the circus (1810-1891)

40%6 Hokum or humbugs
noun

• something intended to deceive; deliberate trickery intended to gain an advantage

verb

• subject to a playful hoax or joke

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