Machinations
/ˌmakəˈneɪʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) Secret or underhanded schemes intended to accomplish an illicit or fraudulent purpose.
The defendant was accused of engaging in machinations to illegally influence the election.
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Commentary
Often used in legal contexts to describe covert plans that may support claims of conspiracy or fraud.
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