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scandal

[skan-dl] / ˈskæn dl /


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Mezrich’s “Checkmate” focuses on the 2022 Sinquefeld Cup scandal, where world champion Magnus Carlson accused Hans Niemann of cheating in his upset.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Several construction firm owners, government officials and politicians have been accused of pocketing funds from the projects, but this is the first time a sitting lawmaker was arrested over the scandal.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

In fact, he’s constantly mired in scandal, shame and disgrace, and has been his entire life.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

South Korean authorities have arrested a YouTuber who allegedly made defamatory claims about actor Kim Soo-hyun, fuelling a scandal that halted the A-lister's career.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

One is cluttered with newspapers and tattlers and scandal sheets, another with petit-hourglasses and abaci.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton




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