scammer
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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When asked if he considered himself a hacker or a scammer he said, "Neither, I am only interested in making money."
From BBC
From hubs across Southeast Asia, scammers lure internet users globally into fake romantic relationships and cryptocurrency investments.
From Barron's
Unlike thieves who carry weapons into museums or use axes to smash-and-grab, art-world scammers rarely get violent—so their prison sentences often get cut short.
"It is sad and disheartening to hear of these scammers attempting to trap and abuse vulnerable people, so please be careful and stay safe online."
From BBC
Very different communities, the Palisades and Altadena share similar frustrations — with insurance companies, government agencies and disaster scammers.
From Los Angeles Times
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