Misdirection may refer to:
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Misdirection (magic)
In theatrical magic, misdirection is a form of deception in which the performer draws audience attention to one thing to distract it from another. Managing audience attention is the aim of all theater, and the foremost requirement of all magic ...
, a technique used when performing magic tricks
* Misdirection, a technique used for the purpose of
pickpocketing
Pickpocketing is a form of larceny that involves the stealing of money or other valuables from the person or a victim's pocket without them noticing the theft at the time. It may involve considerable dexterity and a knack for Misdirection (magic ...
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Misdirection (pickleball), a deceptive strategy when hitting the ball
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Counter trey In American football, a counter run is a running play that starts in one direction but ends in the other direction. Typically, the running back will take a step in the opposite direction of the play, only to get the handoff in the other direction. W ...
, a technique used in American Football
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Feint, a technique used in strategy games and warfare
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Limited hangout
A limited hangout or partial hangout is a tactic used in media relations, perception management, politics, and information management. The tactic originated as a technique in the espionage trade.
Concept
According to Victor Marchetti, a former ...
, a technique used by the intelligence services
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Psychobabble and
technobabble, techniques used in fast talk
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