lead by the nose (Meaning)

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lead by the nose (v)

conceal one's true motives from especially by elaborately feigning good intentions so as to gain an end

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The cunning politician led the clueless voters by the nose, exploiting their ignorance to secure their support.
The CEO led the company's shareholders by the nose, convincing them to approve a risky acquisition that ultimately backfired.
The abusive husband led his wife by the nose, controlling every aspect of her life through manipulation and fear.
The cult leader led his followers by the nose, indoctrinating them with false beliefs and isolating them from the outside world.
The sales pitch led potential customers by the nose, creating a false sense of need and urgency to make a purchase.
The manipulative boss led his employees by the nose, playing them against each other and exploiting their weaknesses.
The child led the pet dog by the nose, guiding it through the park with an air of authority.
The clever salesperson led the hesitant buyer by the nose, convincing them to make a purchase they didn't need.
The charismatic leader led the nation by the nose, promising prosperity and greatness while hiding their true intentions.
The deceptive guide led the unsuspecting tourists by the nose, taking them on a tour filled with fabricated stories and overblown claims.

conceal one's true motives from especially by elaborately feigning good intentions so as to gain an end

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The cunning politician led the clueless voters by the nose, exploiting their ignorance to secure their support.

The CEO led the company's shareholders by the nose, convincing them to approve a risky acquisition that ultimately backfired.

The abusive husband led his wife by the nose, controlling every aspect of her life through manipulation and fear.

The cult leader led his followers by the nose, indoctrinating them with false beliefs and isolating them from the outside world.