foul play

Definition

Unfair, unethical, or criminal behavior, especially of a malicious or violent nature.

Example Sentences

• "'I think there's been foul play,' said Poole, hoarsely."
• "An autopsy, pending a toxicology report, would determine the cause of death, the Los Angeles county medical examiner said. Foul play was not suspected, said Cap Scot Williams, who leads the city’s police robbery homicide division that is investigating Perry’s death."

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