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Определение и Значение "throw dust in one's eyes"

to throw dust in one's eyes
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to provide someone with false, altered, or misleading information

What is the origin of the idiom "throw dust in one's eyes" and when to use it?

The idiom "throw dust in one's eyes" has its origins in the literal act of throwing dust or sand in someone's eyes, temporarily blinding them and creating an opportunity for deception or escape. Over time, the expression evolved into a metaphorical sense, signifying the act of misleading or deceiving someone, often by diverting their attention or obscuring the truth with false information. This idiomatic expression is typically used to describe tactics aimed at confusing or duping an individual.

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