fraud
noun
deceit, trickery, sharp practice, or breach of confidence, perpetrated for profit or to gain some unfair or dishonest advantage.
frauds
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pluralof fraud.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Nowadays, it’s mostly a financial crime, with industry publications documenting a dozen or more alleged frauds in some years.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 7, 2026
I need to pause here to point out that hype and urgency are key ingredients in frauds.
From MarketWatch ● May 12, 2026
"These scams were the dominant variety three or four years ago, but frauds have now moved to another level, and are far more sophisticated."
From BBC ● Apr. 29, 2026
In the following months, Webb argued in incisive reports that both firms were likely frauds.
From Barron's ● Apr. 7, 2026
The professionals made no secret of their disdain for the amateurs, whom they regarded as annoyances, cranks, or frauds.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
