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Can you “trick” Gmail’s filter by avoiding keywords?

No, you cannot trick Gmail's filter by simply avoiding keywords. Gmail's machine learning analyzes patterns far beyond individual words, including structural characteristics, sending behavior, engagement history, and semantic context that keyword avoidance does not address.

Keyword based filtering was an early spam detection approach that spammers learned to evade. Modern filters use hundreds of signals processed through neural networks that detect spam characteristics even when surface text is innocuous.

Focus on legitimate practices rather than evasion tactics. Authentic content from reputable senders with engaged audiences performs well regardless of specific word choices. Attempted tricks often backfire as they match patterns associated with spam evasion attempts.