Trojan horse

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for Trojan horse
Noun
  • Only Alain seems eager to ignore the disinformation and embrace this Potemkin village as the real deal (except when his eyes show a gathering concern).
    Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2025
  • But his proudest accomplishments amount to little more than a progressive Potemkin village.
    Paul Vallas, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2025
Noun
  • New Zealand Christmas trees, fig leaf plants and paspalum grass accent the outdoor living space.
    Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 July 2025
  • Best Embroidered Placemat 3/16 Maison Balzac Fig Leaf Placemat Set $120 $96 SSENSE Dinner parties will feel all the more special with these fig leaf Maison Balzac placemats at the table.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 16 June 2025
Noun
  • It’s got a roller-style mop that stays in place during cleaning, and features a retractable shield that automatically deploys to prevent dragging moisture over rugs.
    Paul Lamkin, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
  • The mission stays the same: to be a shield, not a sword.
    Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 July 2025
Noun
  • The player bet $250, hit spin and watched as the symbols flashed across the screen until a jackpot message appeared.
    Helena Wegner July 14, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2025
  • Even something as basic as adding more RAM can involve specialized tools or a trip to a repair shop, if the option is even available at all. Repairs for these types of computers can be costly When something goes wrong — like the screen failing — your entire computer is down until it’s fixed.
    Ken Colburn, AZCentral.com, 14 July 2025
Noun
  • Residents can sign a pledge to participate in the Lights Out Louisville program, which calls for business and homeowners to cut down on artificial light usage at night, while also drawing shades, curtains and blinds after dark to help prevent bird strikes.
    Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 24 July 2025
  • Close blinds or curtains during the day to block heat buildup Layer up in sleepwear—wear socks, long sleeves, or silk pajamas that adapt to your body temperature.
    Alyssa Hui-Anderson, Verywell Health, 15 July 2025
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“Trojan horse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Trojan%20horse. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.

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