machinations

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Noun machination has 1 sense

intrigue, machination - a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends
--₁ is a kind of plot, secret plan, game
--₁ has particulars: priestcraft
Derived forms: verb machinate₁, verb machinate₂

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Machinations

Noun (Plural): machinations Definition: 1. Secret and cunning schemes or plots. 2. Intricate or complex maneuverings or manipulations. Sample Sentences:

His political machinations aimed to deceive the public and gain more power.
The villain's machinations caused chaos and turmoil in the city.

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