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to con
01
обмануть
to deceive someone in order to deprive them of something, such as money, property, or information
Transitive: to con sb
Примеры
The scammer conned elderly individuals into giving them their life savings by posing as a bank representative over the phone.
Мошенник обманул пожилых людей, заставив их отдать свои сбережения, представившись по телефону сотрудником банка.
The fraudster conned unsuspecting tourists by selling them counterfeit goods at inflated prices.
Мошенник обманул ничего не подозревающих туристов, продавая им поддельные товары по завышенным ценам.
02
тщательно изучать или запоминать что-то, особенно путем повторения
to study or memorize something thoroughly, especially by repetition
Transitive: to con information
Примеры
She conned the entire textbook for the exam by reading it every night.
Она вызубрила весь учебник для экзамена, читая его каждую ночь.
He conned the speech word for word to ensure he would not forget it.
Он выучил речь слово в слово, чтобы не забыть её.
01
довод против
a disadvantage or negative aspect of a situation or decision
Примеры
A major con of living in a big city is the high cost of housing.
Основной недостаток жизни в большом городе — это высокая стоимость жилья.
They discussed the cons of the new policy, including longer working hours and reduced flexibility.
Они обсудили минусы новой политики, включая более длинные рабочие часы и сниженную гибкость.
02
a swindle in which someone is cheated or deceived for another's gain
Примеры
He fell victim to a con while playing cards in the casino.
The street vendor 's " rare coin " was actually part of a con.
03
an individual currently serving time in jail or prison
Примеры
The con was transferred to a maximum-security facility.
He met several cons while working in the prison library.
con
01
against an opinion or proposition
Примеры
He argued con the motion, presenting several strong points.
The senator spoke con the proposed legislation.
