scheme
noun
a plan, design, or program of action to be followed; project.
have schemed
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present perfectof scheme.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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“I’m super proud of the way the defensive coaches have schemed up around our personnel, and put them not in areas to hide weaknesses but to actually use their strengths.”
From Seattle Times β Sep. 25, 2022
Opposing offenses have schemed with him in mind, and he must produce anyway.
From Washington Post β Sep. 26, 2021
J.R. may have schemed in private, but he wanted it to be known.
From Salon β Jun. 18, 2012
J.R. may have schemed in private, but he wanted to be known.
From Salon β Jun. 13, 2012
"While you have searched," he said, "I have schemed."
From Once Aboard the Lugger by A. S. M. (Arthur Stuart-Menteth) Hutchinson
