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mastermind

[mas-ter-mahynd, mah-ster-] / ˈmæs tərˌmaɪnd, ˈmɑ stər- /
VERB
plan and direct
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG
WEAK


Example Sentences

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Now, with the mastermind of the Australian Open's growth reportedly set for pastures new, BBC Sport looks at the tournament's recent success and asks where it goes next.

From BBC

After masterminding surprise wins over Manchester City and Premier League leaders Arsenal, this remarkable encounter suggested former United midfielder Carrick might have the Midas touch.

From Barron's

The alleged mastermind of a Slovak investigative journalist's murder went on another retrial on Monday, eight years after the crime triggered upheaval in the central European country.

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He has already masterminded victories over the top two to lift United into fourth after Amorim's turbulent spell in charge.

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Burkina Faso's former transitional president and the alleged mastermind behind various coup plots in the country was arrested in neighbouring Togo and expelled, sources close to the case said Monday.

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