scammer
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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“No, don’t worry, sir,” Aguilar said the scammer responded.
From Salon • May 2, 2026
If possible, she added, “go visit the hospice office, because if it’s a scammer, there won’t be an office. Get a feel for the organization. How well resourced is it?”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026
Once that happens, PayPal will reverse the payment, leaving you responsible for any funds you may have already sent to the scammer.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026
"Men at this age are very attractive, stable and mature," writes the alleged scammer account.
From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026
If it was a scammer posing as an employee of the IRS, I was going to be pissed.
From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan
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