Word for saying something and meaning the other [closed]

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I cant recall the word for saying something and meaning the other. For example, if someone says I do not want to fight but really intends to fight, what do you call that?

Thanks.


Bluffing.

Definition: try to deceive someone as to one's abilities or intentions

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