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Discover LudwigThe phrase "the hoax" is correct and usable in written English
It can be used when referring to a specific deception or trick that has been perpetrated. Example: "The media reported extensively on the hoax that fooled many people last year."
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They will continue investigating the hoax.
The media quickly unravelled the hoax.
"Engine failure," the hoax caller allegedly replies.
I was initially in the hoax camp.
Like a yawn, the hoax is contagious.
But the hoax didn't end there.
So who is behind the hoax?
Alas, the hoax worked, but the inspiration did not.
He subsequently apologized for the hoax, however perfunctorily.
A recording of the hoax call is here.
Can you explain the hoax, and its significance?
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