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Pinocchio

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A fictional character created by Carlo Collodi in the children's novel "The Adventures of Pinocchio." Pinocchio is a wooden puppet who dreams of becoming a real boy.

Example Sentence: When Pinocchio lies, his nose grows longer.

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A person who often tells lies or exaggerates the truth.

Example Sentence: Don't trust him; he's such a Pinocchio!

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Characteristic of being deceitful or dishonest.

Example Sentence: His Pinocchio nature made it hard for anyone to believe his promises.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: In a manner resembling Pinocchio, characterized by falsehood or untrustworthiness.

Example Sentence: She answered his question Pinocchio-style, with a grin on her face.

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To lie or give false information intentionally.

Example Sentence: He tried to Pinocchio his way out of trouble by denying the theft.

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