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The term "hoodwink" originated in the late 16th century, derived from the combination of "hood," referring to a covering for the head, and "wink," meaning to close one eye. The phrase initially described the act of blindfolding someone, effectively deceiving them by obscuring their vision. Over time, it evolved to mean tricking or deceiving someone more generally. The earliest recorded use of "hoodwink" can be found in a 1622 play by George Chapman.

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