mind game (n)

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type n
lex_filenum 04
def deliberate actions of calculated psychological manipulation intended to intimidate or confuse (usually for competitive advantage)
examples football players try to play mind games with the opposition
the jeweler's mind game is to convince lovers that the size of a gemstone reflects the depth of their feelings
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Hypernym manipulation, use
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Hyponym manipulation, use

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