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
Djokovic might be the greatest defender ever to pick up a tennis racket, but losing even half a step made all the difference against a human flywheel like Alcaraz.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 1, 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
She just grunted her assent and said not to make a racket when he came home.
From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.