as in traitor
one who betrays a trust or an allegiance
the company seems to have one or two double-dealers who are selling information to competitors
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traitor
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In the context of his time, Jesus was considered a traitor — an enemy of the Roman Empire.—
Michael J Christensen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026 -
It’s populated by craven, cowardly traitors.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Double-dealer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/double-dealer. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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