Pull the wool over someone's eyes.
Deceive by trickery.
Pull the wool over someone's eyes" originates from the idea of literally pulling wool over someone’s eyes so they cannot see, thus deceiving them. It’s a colorful way to describe deceit, whether in humorous stories or serious discussions about trust. Use this phrase when talking about instances where someone has been misled or tricked cleverly.
Example Sentences
Don't pull the wool over his eyes.
Do not deceive him.
They tried to pull the wool over the boss’s eyes but failed.
They attempted to deceive their boss but failed.
She was upset that someone attempted to pull the wool over her eyes regarding the project details.
She was upset that someone tried to deceive her about the project's details.
