foul play

Example Sentences

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The report confirmed there were no “obvious signs” of foul play and that “nothing seemed out of place or disturbed” in Brendon’s home, which appeared to be under renovation.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

An investigation into the circumstances of the fall continues, but no foul play is suspected, the sheriff’s statement said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

An autopsy did not reveal any evidence of foul play.

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026

Would the VAR have stepped in to show a red card to Digne for serious foul play with his late challenge on Jacob Murphy?

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

The detectives made no mention of suspecting foul play.

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