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Term: Stitch Up

Description:

The term "stitch up" can be used as a phrasal verb or a noun. As a verb, it refers to the act of deliberately manipulating a situation to deceive, frame, or play a trick on someone. As a noun, it can indicate the result of such an action, often referring to a situation where someone is unfairly blamed or trapped in a difficult position.

Senses and Usages:

1. As a Verb:

Definition: To deliberately deceive, frame, or play a trick on someone.

Example: He was stitched up by his rival who planted false evidence at the crime scene.

2. As a Noun:

Definition: The result of being deceived, framed, or trapped in a difficult position.

Example: The politician claimed that the accusations against him were nothing but a stitch-up to ruin his reputation.