schemer
Example Sentences
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But the most villainous entity they encounter is a duplicitous schemer played with oleaginous insincerity by Hugh Grant.
From Seattle Times
The stakes, which somehow involve the fate of a Hollywood studio as well as the lives of motley strivers and schemers, seem trivial.
From New York Times
She, in Harry’s take, is a schemer who played “the long game. A campaign aimed at marriage, and eventually the crown.”
From Washington Post
Offensive coordinator Greg Roman is a run-based schemer who has long been under heavy fire in Baltimore and seems a long shot to be back next season.
From Washington Post
A Bay Area reunion, with an expert schemer/play caller in Kyle Shanahan as coach,and a loaded roster, would top Brady’s wish list.
From Washington Post
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