defrauded

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But when older Americans are defrauded, they tend to lose more money — much more.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

He wants more than $150 billion, alleging OpenAI defrauded him as a donor in seeking to convert it into a for-profit company.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

The woman, a freelance artist, met Roberts in March 2024 on a dating app, before he defrauded her of £8,660 during their five-month relationship.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

Building his cryptocurrency holdings over eight years and helping out defrauded traders, Singaporean investor Mark Koh had thought he was savvy enough to spot a scam.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

“It was the product you were selling. And what you produced was not love. It was fake love. You defrauded us. It’s clear. Your heart rates no longer rise when you see each other.”

From "Landscape with Invisible Hand" by M.T. Anderson