foul play

Example Sentences

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Nanos’s words offered a grim signal that foul play was involved in the disappearance of Guthrie, an 84-year-old with health issues who, her family says, relies on daily medication for survival.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

"Based on the investigation to date, there is no indication of foul play," police said, adding they will continue to examine what led to his death.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

For important context, there has not been one serious foul play error logged by the KMI Panel this season - up to now.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

The UK government last year ruled out foul play.

From Barron's • Jan. 12, 2026

The detectives made no mention of suspecting foul play.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson