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. A th ...
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Misdirection (pickleball), a deceptive strategy when hitting the ball
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Misdirection, a comedic device involving misleading the audience
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Counter trey, a technique used in American Football
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Feint
Feint, a French term that entered English via the discipline of swordsmanship and fencing, is a maneuver designed to distract or mislead. A feint is achieved by giving the impression that a certain maneuver will take place, while in fact another, ...
, 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 form ...
, a technique used by the intelligence services
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Psychobabble and
technobabble
Technobabble (a portmanteau of ''technology'' and ''babble''), also called technospeak, is a type of nonsense that consists of buzzwords, esoteric language, or technical jargon. It is common in science fiction. Use of technobabble in the ''Star T ...
, techniques used in fast talk
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"Misdirection" (''Inside No. 9''), a television episode
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