foul play
Example Sentences
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A preliminary investigation “has not indicated any signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances,” the statement reads.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2026
The police said there was no indication of foul play.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
Oceanside Police Chief Taurino Valdovinos said, at this point in the investigation, there is no evidence of foul play.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
On Thursday, a spokesperson for Greek police told the BBC they were awaiting the outcome of the toxicology tests to determine the cause of death and ascertain whether foul play was involved.
From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026
Sheriff George W. Smith said several days ago after the happening that he was afraid of foul play.
From "Mississippi Trial, 1955" by Chris Crowe
