nefarious

Example Sentences

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Both his loyal supporters and well-financed critics have a hard time explaining Becerra’s rapid ascent, with theories ranging from outright luck to a nefarious social media push.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Adopting a comedic conspiratorial tone, he leans in to reveal: "The scene I'm filming tonight, I'm doing something slightly nefarious in some bushes outside. Which could mean anything in this show, frankly."

From BBC • May 13, 2026

“And so for someone to be trading on that goodwill with nefarious intent is very frustrating.”

From Salon • May 2, 2026

Nothing came of these theories, but the intelligence firms also entertained an alternate hypothesis: What if the alleged victim didn’t have a nefarious agenda but was being manipulated by someone who did?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

The Criminal Element spoke often, and passionately, about the nefarious activities that every human being is capable of.

From "Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures" by Kate DiCamillo