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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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The church had previous accused successive governments of failing to identify the masterminds behind the bombings.

From Barron's

The Los Angeles Lakers honored legendary coach Pat Riley, mastermind of the team's 1980s "Showtime" era, with a statue outside Crypto.com Arena on Sunday.

From Barron's

Authorities say several suspects, including the alleged mastermind, remain under active investigation, with further arrests expected.

From BBC

Not a bad prediction from the 36-year-old, who has masterminded Rangers' resurgent form.

From BBC

Both men are indebted to a mastermind who organizes such jobs—Money, played by Nick Nolte.

From The Wall Street Journal