machination

Example Sentences

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But it was through her machinations that he met Hammerstein, a debt he repaid by supporting her financially through much of her life.

From Los Angeles Times

The machinations of both camps are coming into focus.

From Salon

Every now and then a particular asset is afforded greater heft than usual in determining broader market machinations.

From MarketWatch

Okay, that was improbable, seeing as he hadn’t even realized who I was at first, but one could never be too careful when it came to Rachel’s machinations.

From Literature

Intimately acquainted with Richard’s malignity, these ruined royals know only too well the toll of his depraved machinations.

From Los Angeles Times