mastermind
Example Sentences
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The church had previous accused successive governments of failing to identify the masterminds behind the bombings.
From Barron's
The Los Angeles Lakers honored legendary coach Pat Riley, mastermind of the team's 1980s "Showtime" era, with a statue outside Crypto.com Arena on Sunday.
From Barron's
Authorities say several suspects, including the alleged mastermind, remain under active investigation, with further arrests expected.
From BBC
Not a bad prediction from the 36-year-old, who has masterminded Rangers' resurgent form.
From BBC
Both men are indebted to a mastermind who organizes such jobs—Money, played by Nick Nolte.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.