sweepstakes

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The class-action lawsuit story is similar to the sweepstakes and lottery check scam: You are told you have won and/or been awarded money, and you can deposit this check in your bank account.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

It has also influenced the way they’ve viewed the outfield market, cooling summer-long expectations that they would be leading contenders in the Kyle Tucker sweepstakes.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 18, 2025

Spencer, who was sixth in last year’s sweepstakes race, led the Mustangs to their fourth straight team championship.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 21, 2025

That did not sit well with some of her teammates, including a girl who was bumped from competing in the sweepstakes after posting a slower time than M.L.’s.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2025

Mam wants to know if I won the sweepstakes and I tell her people give me tips.

From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt