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bogus

[boh-guhs] / ˈboʊ gəs /


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Washington could get more bang for its buck if it targeted incremental research, used AI to flag bogus applications, and awarded bonuses to investments in industrial campuses that cluster researchers, suppliers and manufacturing facilities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

The bogus connection to the Middle East did.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026

They are charged with conspiracy and insurance fraud for allegedly submitting bogus claims to Medi-Cal for Cherish Hospice Inc., Emanuel Hospice and Azure Hospice Care Inc., according to a criminal complaint.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

A bogus email was sent pretending to be from the law firm claiming funds would be sent for the goods.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

“All locked up. Dr. C has been totally bogus to us.”

From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld




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