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Frauds, swindles, cons, scams, and deceptions are collectively known as hoaxes. But there's more than meets the eye.

About five years ago, I published a book called Magic Words. "A whole book?" some wondered. "Why can't you just give me a list?" Because the words aren't where the real magic lies. And yet, the media ...

Frauds, swindles, cons, scams, and deceptions — collectively known as hoaxes. But there's more than meets the eye. With Halloween just a month away, NPR's Word of the Week series delves into the ...