siphon
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The judge described the diversion of public funds as a gross abuse of public trust and said proxy companies and associates were used to siphon money from the projects.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
“We believe this case was nothing more than a lawyer-driven attempt to siphon off charitable funds for their own gain,” the spokesperson said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
Banks have said it leaves room for interest-like reward structures for popular tokens that could siphon deposits and limit their ability to lend.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
The more you siphon out today, the more you reduce your IRA and future corresponding RMDs.
From Barron's • May 9, 2026
The two of them knelt beside a clam siphon to discuss the particulars of its appearance.
From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson
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