phantom

Example Sentences

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Prosecutors allege that a network of operators stole nearly $250 million meant to feed children, billing for 91 million phantom meals and spending the proceeds on mansions, luxury cars, jewelry and real estate.

From The Wall Street Journal

Then in September, Miami received an inquiry from a reporter about the phantom weights.

From The Wall Street Journal

Perhaps this was identity theft, but it’s also possible brokers submitted fake Social Security numbers to enroll ineligible or phantom people in plans.

From The Wall Street Journal

But if there were any chance of changing my mind and taking the plunge, watching “Welcome to Derry” has permanently exorcised any phantom longings.

From Salon

The “phantom punch” abruptly ended the fight approximately two minutes into the first round.

From The Wall Street Journal