racket

Example Sentences

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Nepal's government has developed tough measures to stamp out insurance scams involving unnecessary helicopter rescues of trekkers, an official said Tuesday, a long-running racket threatening the country's vital tourism industry.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Fritz’s parents both played professionally and that heritage helped place a racket in his hand almost before he could walk.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026

A 2018 government probe identified 15 companies -- including helicopter firms, trekking agencies and hospitals -- linked to the lucrative racket.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

He previously noted that the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics were a “guiding star” for his retirement, insinuating that he would likely hang up his racket following the games.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 12, 2026

And, with all that racket going on, Cindy—my poor little cat—got so scared she climbed on top of the house and I didn’t think I’d ever get her down.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls