ulterior

Example Sentences

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A new trailer teased sparks flying between Liberty Savage and Tinhead, but he may not be all he appears as it is revealed he has an ulterior motive.

From BBC

The firm said any allegations of unethical practices were the result of “disgruntled former employees ... who have ulterior self-serving motives.”

From Los Angeles Times

Many locals, she said, fear the company has ulterior motives and may one day seize their land.

From Barron's

Federline denies having an ulterior motive beyond wanting to finally share his side of this infamous saga.

From BBC

Perhaps she has an ulterior motive; so many of these characters do.

From Los Angeles Times