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as in dishonest
marked by, based on, or done by the use of dishonest methods to acquire something of value
hoping to get millions from the insurance company, the man made the fraudulent claim that he had been seriously injured in the accident
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as in deceptive
given to or marked by cheating and deception
fraudulent citizens who cheat on their taxes
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Recent Examples of fraudulent
The laboratory also paid Lopez and her family about $335,000 for referrals for the fraudulent tests, which prosecutors said Lopez used to pay co-conspirators or spent at a casino.
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Andrea Klick,
Daily News,
23 June 2026
America’s Indian policy has entailed centuries of fraudulent treaties and mass murder.
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Ann Manov,
Harpers Magazine,
23 June 2026
The fraudulent wire transfer took place in December.
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Arkansas Online,
23 June 2026
Savannah continues to ask the public for help locating her missing mother, while an imposter who sent fraudulent ransom demands has been arrested.
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Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for fraudulent
Andrea Klick,
Daily News,
23 June 2026
America’s Indian policy has entailed centuries of fraudulent treaties and mass murder.
—
Ann Manov,
Harpers Magazine,
23 June 2026
The fraudulent wire transfer took place in December.
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Arkansas Online,
23 June 2026
Savannah continues to ask the public for help locating her missing mother, while an imposter who sent fraudulent ransom demands has been arrested.
—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for fraudulent
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fraudulent
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For millions of individuals and businesses who rely on professional preparers, the answer portends a frightening prospect if the return preparer is dishonest.
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Her attorneys contend the defendants used the litigation to portray her as dishonest, intimidate potential witnesses, fuel a public relations campaign against her and drive up the cost of her legal defense.
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Shadow fleet vessels disguise their identity and purpose through a broad range of deceptive activities, including spoofing their locations and destinations.
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The complaint alleged deceptive advertising and other misconduct.
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The charge alleges a person knowingly defrauded another by using false or misleading information to obtain money, property, credit or a loan.
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Opponents of Amendment 5 have flatly called the advertisement misleading or false.
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The Italian-style grotto is a shady spot to visit on sunny days, with trees sheltering the pool and fountain.
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This woodland native grows in USDA Zones 6-9 and is best suited to shadier areas of the landscape.
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Warnock writes that his belief that the crooked places in America will be made straight keeps him motivated even on tough days at the Capitol.
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And ‘Meet the Press’ is crooked.
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“Fraudulent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fraudulent. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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