Throw Dust In Someone’s Eyes

B2 16+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of throw dust in someone’s eyes

mislead
deceive
hoodwink

Antonyms of throw dust in someone’s eyes

be honest
reveal the truth
be transparent

Collocations of throw dust in someone’s eyes

distract attention
Frequency: 70 %

The magician used sleight of hand to distract attention while he performed his trick.

deceive someone
Frequency: 60 %

The con artist tried to deceive the old lady by throwing dust in her eyes.

mislead others
Frequency: 50 %

The politician attempted to mislead others by throwing dust in their eyes with false promises.

obscure truth
Frequency: 45 %

The company tried to obscure the truth about their products by throwing dust in the public's eyes.

cover up mistakes
Frequency: 40 %

The manager tried to cover up his mistakes by throwing dust in his boss's eyes.

Idiomatic Expressions for throw dust in someone’s eyes

  • Phrase: throw dust in someone’s eyes
    Meaning: to deceive or confuse someone by giving false information or creating a distraction
    Usage: He tried to throw dust in the detective's eyes by providing a false alibi.