scheme
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After acquiring several small life-insurance companies, they charged, Lindberg orchestrated a scheme to siphon at least $2 billion from their books to companies he controlled, using a web of loans involving affiliated entities.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
But while the scheme has been vital in allowing those like Poppy to work, study and socialise, it has also been cited among reasons for a rise in anti-social behaviour.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
In the end, four of the nonprofit’s top leaders, including Bannon, were arrested on fraud and other charges connected to the fundraising scheme.
From Salon • May 25, 2026
BEIJING—At an imposing 18 feet long, the Maextro S800 sedan gives off Rolls-Royce vibes with its two-tone color scheme and abundant soft leather.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026
The color scheme conspired with the darkness to make the room seem larger than it truly was, the walls receding into the edges of my vision.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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