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be·guile tr.v. be·guiled, be·guil·ing, be·guiles

To deceive by guile; delude. See Synonyms at deceive.

To take away from by or as if by guile; cheat: a disease that has beguiled me of strength.

To distract the attention of; divert: “to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming” (Abraham Lincoln).

To pass (time) pleasantly.

To amuse or charm; delight. See Synonyms at charm.