scheming

Example Sentences

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But Aunt Kitty had other plans, and after we sat down with Mr. Pinkerton at his Philadelphia hotel, I learned what scheming she had in store.

From Literature

He skilfully won over his opponents, with his humorous and likeable character enabling his scheming and deceit to fly under the radar.

From BBC

But, after scheming to obtain the résumés of rival applicants, he worries one of them is better positioned to be hired.

From The Wall Street Journal

He played the son of a dock union leader, whose scheming charisma got him into trouble with other low-level criminals — but also endeared him to some viewers.

From Los Angeles Times

It was Simon who had convinced her of this, during their long night of scheming.

From Literature