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In a survey of over 500 seniors conducted by the student newspaper last year, 30% reported they had cheated on an assignment or exam.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

In January, after her daughter was deported, Mariela realized the fraudsters had cheated her out of more than $18,000 over three months.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

Asked by Norwegian channel NRK on Tuesday to share his feelings after his bronze in the 20km individual, a teary Sturla Holm Laegreid broke down and admitted he had cheated on his girlfriend.

From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026

As Schofield was sharing her multipart saga, influencer Madeline Argy posted five videos alleging that an ex-boyfriend, rapper Central Cee, had cheated on her.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 21, 2024

The day before, we’d gone to the police station and I’d testified that the girl had cheated on Raymond.

From "The Stranger" by Albert Camus