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fictitious

[fik-tish-uhs] / fɪkˈtɪʃ əs /


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To secure conviction, prosecutors must prove a falsehood was made “knowingly and willfully” and be “materially” false, fictitious or fraudulent.

From The Wall Street Journal

With “The Award,” Mr. Pearl swaps the 19th century for the 21st and real-life writers for fictitious and ruthlessly ambitious literary figures.

From The Wall Street Journal

In a GAO report, 23 of 24 fictitious applications were approved for premium subsidies, and 18 were still covered a year later.

From The Wall Street Journal

Its test involved submitting applications from 20 fictitious individuals, of whom 18 were approved.

From Los Angeles Times

Not long ago, a few documents could establish a fictitious identity.

From The Wall Street Journal