mastermind

Example Sentences

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"He was a mastermind criminal and highly manipulative," she said.

From BBC

Sports scientist Nomali is the mastermind - and the character through which the game is played, helped by colleagues from across the continent.

From BBC

Haymon worked in this role for about 20 years, and over time, the suit alleges, he became the “mastermind of the financial scheme,” engaging in “financial manipulation and self-dealing behind Mayweather’s back.”

From Los Angeles Times

He liked her, even before he knew that this was the head chef and therefore the mastermind behind the lasagna.

From Literature

She defended Edward Snowden and Julian Assange, who were indicted for masterminding two of the biggest leaks of intelligence secrets in U.S. history.

From Los Angeles Times