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Yaleléuhng tàuh sèh
Definition
A two-headed snake; a double-dealer who fawns on or instigates both sides to gain personal benefit.
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How it's used
This term carries a strong negative connotation, describing someone who is untrustworthy and manipulative. It is used to label a person who plays both sides of a conflict or negotiation to maximize their own personal gain. Unlike a simple liar, a person described this way is actively involved in creating discord or feeding information to multiple parties to keep their own options open.
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He acts like a double-dealer all the time, nobody trusts him.
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Common phrases
to act as a double-dealer
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is simply indecisive or neutral. It specifically implies active, deceptive behavior intended to benefit the speaker at the expense of others.
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Grammar guides
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