| Main Entry: | red herring |
| Part of Speech: | noun |
| Definition: | misleading clue |
Synonyms: |
attention-grabber, bait, commotion, curve ball, deviation, distraction, distractor, disturbance, diversion, diversionary tactic, false clue, false face, false trail, fool's errand, gimmick, interruption, maneuver, ploy, smoke screen, wild-goose chase |
| Main Entry: | practical joke |
| Part of Speech: | noun |
| Definition: | trick or prank |
Synonyms: |
antic, caper, escapade, espieglerie, fool's errand, frolic, gag, high jinks, mischievous trick, monkeyshines, prank, shenanigans, stunt, tomfoolery, trick |
| Main Entry: | wild-goose chase |
| Part of Speech: | noun |
| Definition: | hopeless case |
Synonyms: |
bootless errand, fool's errand, lost cause, merry chase, red herring, snipe hunt, vain attempt, waste of time, wasted effort, wasted labor |