embezzle
Example Sentences
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In both scenarios Ukrainians are the victims—but there’s no suggestion that Western funds were embezzled.
Manuel Chang, the former minister, is suspected of signing off on about $2 billion worth of loans concealed from public view and partaking in a scheme to embezzle hundreds of millions of dollars.
From New York Times
Vows: After her ex-husband used her identity to embezzle money, she swore never to marry again.
From New York Times
The faux lawsuit claimed Mr. Walters worked for a gun rights group as treasurer and embezzled funds.
From Washington Times
In the suit, Sekyiwa accuses Whalley of embezzling millions of dollars while hoarding items that belonged to the rapper that she believes are now hers.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
