खोजें
to lead sb up the garden path
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किसी को धोखा देना
to make a person believe something that is not true
What is the origin of the idiom "lead someone up the garden path" and when to use it?
The idiom "lead someone up the garden path" originated in the early 20th century and is rooted in the image of leading someone on a winding path through a garden, possibly with deceitful intentions. The phrase is often used metaphorically to describe the act of deceiving, misleading, or manipulating someone, typically by presenting false information or creating a false sense of security.
उदाहरण
Trusting her friend's advice, she followed the suggestions that ultimately led her down the garden path of a misguided business venture.
