unscrupulous
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The internet-savvy and unscrupulous were quick to cash in.
From Salon ● Aug. 21, 2026
Both Washington and Mexico City have launched crackdowns against a complex web of unscrupulous functionaries, front companies and document fraudsters, among others.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 3, 2026
We must remove this vestigial oversight and ensure the outcome cannot be gained by unscrupulous parties.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 1, 2026
The bill says the IRS doesn’t have unlimited time to audit a taxpayer’s return handled by an unscrupulous preparer.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 25, 2026
JonPaul’s weakness could easily be exploited by unscrupulous opposing teams if it wasn’t rooted out of him while he was still young.
From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen
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