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betraying someone or something — typically betraying one's own country
(in this context, to betray is to not be loyal—often by helping enemies)
(in this context, to betray is to not be loyal—often by helping enemies)
- In all the long wars with the Dark Tower treason has ever been our greatest foe.2.2 — Book 2 Chapter 2 — The Council of Elrond (38% in)
- I said to Gwaihir, for the treason of Saruman had shaken my faith.2.2 — Book 2 Chapter 2 — The Council of Elrond (71% in)
There are no more uses of "treason" in The Fellowship of the Ring.
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