This looks like a cunning, but nasty trick.
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Once they realize this, they play a nasty trick on him right before they leave.
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And, in revenge, he has a bag of nasty tricks up his sleeve.
Times, Sunday Times
The spring should be spectacular, if short, as long as the weather doesn't play more nasty tricks on us.
Times, Sunday Times
Purchase scams also offer big treats with nasty tricks.
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