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Discover LudwigThe phrase "throw a decoy" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts involving strategy, deception, or distraction, often in military, gaming, or competitive scenarios. Example: "To confuse the enemy, we decided to throw a decoy while our main forces moved in from the other side."
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You stand one of them at the edge of a pond and throw a decoy over to the other side, and the dog instantly computes whether it's faster to swim or run around the pond.
Throw a decoy.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

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