CEFR B2

double-crossing

verb

Meaning

To deceive or cheat someone by doing something that is opposite of what they expected, often by pretending to be friendly or loyal.

Examples

The business partner was accused of double-crossing his colleague by selling the company behind his back.
The double agent double-crossed the government by revealing classified information to the enemy.

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double-crossing (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈdʌbəlkrɔs/

Definition

To deceive or cheat someone by doing something that is opposite of what they expected, often by pretending to be friendly or loyal.

Examples

The business partner was accused of double-crossing his colleague by selling the company behind his back.
The double agent double-crossed the government by revealing classified information to the enemy.

How to Use double-crossing

double-cross someone (verb phrase): to deceive or cheat someone — "The business partner double-crossed his colleague by selling the company behind his back."
be double-crossed (passive voice): to be deceived or cheated — "The investor was double-crossed by the company's false promises."

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