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As crooked as a politician

🇬🇧 UK //əz ˈkrʊkɪd əz ə pəˈlɪtɪʃən// 🇺🇸 US //əz ˈkrʊkɪd əz ə pəˈlɪtɪʃən//

Meaning of As crooked as a politician

Very dishonest or untrustworthy, specifically referring to politicians.

In simple words: Very dishonest or untrustworthy, much like some politicians.

As crooked as a politician in a sentence

• Everyone knows he is as crooked as a politician when it comes to his business deals.
• The investigation revealed that the mayor was as crooked as a politician, taking bribes for favors.
• You can't trust anything she says; she's as crooked as a politician.
• Some believe the new tax plan is as crooked as a politician, designed to benefit the wealthy.
• He acted as crooked as a politician during the debate, avoiding the tough questions.

How to use As crooked as a politician

Use this idiom when discussing dishonesty, especially in a light-hearted or humorous context. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone idiom

Memory hint

Picture a politician bending the rules like a crooked road.

Related words

Collocations with As crooked as a politician

• crooked deals
• crooked methods
• crooked practices

Synonyms for As crooked as a politician

• deceitful
• dishonest
• untrustworthy
• corrupt
• crooked

Common mistakes with As crooked as a politician

• Using it in formal contexts where idioms are inappropriate.
• Confusing it with similar phrases like 'straight-laced'.

Frequently asked questions about As crooked as a politician

What does As crooked as a politician mean?

Very dishonest or untrustworthy, much like some politicians.

What is the definition of As crooked as a politician?

Very dishonest or untrustworthy, specifically referring to politicians.

How do you use As crooked as a politician in a sentence?

Everyone knows he is as crooked as a politician when it comes to his business deals.

Can you give another example of As crooked as a politician?

The investigation revealed that the mayor was as crooked as a politician, taking bribes for favors.

What are synonyms for As crooked as a politician?

Common alternatives include deceitful, dishonest, untrustworthy, corrupt, crooked.

What words go with As crooked as a politician?

It commonly pairs with crooked deals, crooked methods, crooked practices.

What are common mistakes when using As crooked as a politician?

Using it in formal contexts where idioms are inappropriate. Confusing it with similar phrases like 'straight-laced'.

How do you pronounce As crooked as a politician?

US: //əz ˈkrʊkɪd əz ə pəˈlɪtɪʃən//, UK: //əz ˈkrʊkɪd əz ə pəˈlɪtɪʃən//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is As crooked as a politician formal or informal?

"As crooked as a politician" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use As crooked as a politician?

Use this idiom when discussing dishonesty, especially in a light-hearted or humorous context. Avoid in formal writing.