bogus

Example Sentences

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But, in a 2023 report, the association said that “fraudulent or bogus filings” were a widespread and persistent problem across the country, warning that they “can create serious financial difficulties for victims.”

From Los Angeles Times

There was outrage among some ex-service personnel and an agreement that if the bogus rear admiral was to try that again, they would be ready.

From BBC

Billions of dollars have been lost globally by victims of romance scams, people duped into get-rich-quick crypto schemes and elderly people investing their retirement money into bogus funds, many of which originate from these centres.

From BBC

Job hunters should also beware that scammers are using AI to promote and conduct interviews for fake jobs - asking for money for bogus training or equipment.

From BBC

Prosecutors said defendants claimed to open feeding sites across Minnesota that served thousands of children, and submitted bogus rosters of kids to receive government funds.

From The Wall Street Journal