foul play
Example Sentences
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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
Metropolitan Police found the 41-year-old dead at a south London address and stated there was no indication of foul play.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
The Sheriff’s Department added that a preliminary investigation into Schofield’s death found no signs of foul play.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
Investigations are continuing, but for the time being wildlife officials have ruled out foul play.
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2026
Dewey’s own initial contact with foul play in Finney County occurred in 1947.
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
