scheme
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But even a voluntary scheme to cut costs was described by Marks & Spencer's chief executive, Stuart Machin, as "completely preposterous".
From BBC • May 21, 2026
Turns out, it was all part of an elaborate fraud scheme that prosecutors say ignored Medicare’s rules for Botox coverage and brazenly fabricated medical records, all to fund the doctor’s lavish lifestyle.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
Arsenal pounded the ball into the penalty area, ran a complex scheme of blocks, jersey pulls, and dummy runs, and invariably, someone tall would pop up to head the ball in.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
GP fit notes declaring people unable to work will be replaced with support to help them stay in their job, under a government pilot scheme.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
“I do not deny it. But if you must be angry, be angry at that man called Quinzy. He is the one who ruined your scheme in the end.”
From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood
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