Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
False Pretense.
False Pretense - as a noun
(law) an offense involving intent to defraud and false representation and obtaining property as a result of that misrepresentation
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
false pretenceExample Sentences
"He was arrested for obtaining property under false pretenses."
"She won the competition by pretending to be a professional dancer, but it was all a false pretense."
"The company was sued for selling products under false pretenses."
"He was convicted of fraud for operating a business under false pretenses."
"She deceived him into marriage under false pretenses."
