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LEAD ASTRAY

(verb)
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There are 3 meanings of the phrase Lead Astray.

Lead Astray - as a verb

Teach immoral behavior to

Example: "It was common practice to lead off the young ones, and teach them bad habits"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lead off

Lead someone in the wrong direction or give someone wrong directions

Example: "The pedestrian misdirected the out-of-town driver"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
misdirectmisguidemislead

Cause someone to believe an untruth

Example: "The insurance company deceived me when they told me they were covering my house"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
betraydeceive
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
misinformmislead
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The false information on the internet can easily lead astray those who are not cautious."
"His persuasive speech managed to lead astray many vulnerable individuals."
"The cunning fox intentionally tried to lead astray the hunters."
"The misleading advertisements lead astray the consumers into buying unnecessary products."
"The charismatic cult leader used his charm to lead astray his followers."
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