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as in curved
marked by a long series of irregular curves
a long, crooked line of people had formed in front of the ticket booth
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as in fraudulent
given to or marked by cheating and deception
the common belief that gambling casinos are often crooked businesses
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as in tilted
inclined or twisted to one side
the photo on that wall is crooked
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as in dishonest
marked by, based on, or done by the use of dishonest methods to acquire something of value
a crooked scheme to bill the government for medical services never performed
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as in arched
to cause to turn away from a straight line
crooked a finger
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as in rounded
to turn away from a straight line or course
the road suddenly crooked to the left
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Recent Examples of crooked
Sean T. Collins, Vulture, 17 Nov. 2024
The last two defendants in a Taylor public corruption scheme involving bribes, a crooked mayor and perverted housing deals were sentenced this week — only one of them is going behind bars for a while, while the other is not.
—Tresa Baldas, Detroit Free Press, 7 Nov. 2024
With the officer out of the way, the Jack-O-Lantern – crooked teeth spread in a wide grin – barrels toward the stalled cruiser, its giant green stem butting up against the windshield and the pumpkin eerily glowing in the car’s headlights.
—Emily Palmer, People.com, 16 Oct. 2024
Undeterred, many simply turn around and renew their northbound journeys, dodging criminals, crooked cops and Mexican immigration agents.
—Patrick J. McDonnell, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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Mike seemed perfectly willing to negotiate with that crooked Nevada senator until the man got belligerent and racist and insulted Michael’s family.
—Sean T. Collins, Vulture, 17 Nov. 2024
The last two defendants in a Taylor public corruption scheme involving bribes, a crooked mayor and perverted housing deals were sentenced this week — only one of them is going behind bars for a while, while the other is not.
—Tresa Baldas, Detroit Free Press, 7 Nov. 2024
With the officer out of the way, the Jack-O-Lantern – crooked teeth spread in a wide grin – barrels toward the stalled cruiser, its giant green stem butting up against the windshield and the pumpkin eerily glowing in the car’s headlights.
—Emily Palmer, People.com, 16 Oct. 2024
Undeterred, many simply turn around and renew their northbound journeys, dodging criminals, crooked cops and Mexican immigration agents.
—Patrick J. McDonnell, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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In response to this glut of fraudulent activity, social media companies and web operators have employed human monitors and machine technology to identify and shut down online scammers.Bob Woods, CNBC, 8 Dec. 2024
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The investigation uncovered an identity theft conspiracy using a deceased person’s Social Security number that was used to make fraudulent Social Security cards, state driver’s licenses, and lawful permanent resident cards.Bethany Blankley | The Center Square contributor, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 8 Dec. 2024
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Just as Theranos’ success was built on lies and ultimately collapsed under its own weight, companies and individuals that rise by dishonest means are playing a short-term game.Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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Biden admin called out for longstanding lie about pardoning Hunter: 'Most dishonest admin in history'.Fox News, Fox News, 2 Dec. 2024
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This twisted peppermint candle has all the classic holiday scents rolled into one and is only available during the holidays, giving it more of an exclusive feel.Toni Sutton, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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Add in the ability to beat a mean mug when needed, and this talented, twisted queen is ready to go all the way in the competition!Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 4 Dec. 2024
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Lilly has sent cease-and-desist letters to numerous compounding sellers, and both companies have filed lawsuits against numerous compounding pharmacies, alleging trademark infringement and deceptive marketing.Bob Woods, CNBC, 8 Dec. 2024
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Yes, but: Brandi Tuck, executive director of the nonprofit Path Home, has been working with homeless families for nearly two decades and says those numbers are likely deceptive undercounts.Kale Williams, Axios, 6 Dec. 2024
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Blazy succeeds Virginie Viard, who exited Chanel last June after an uneven five-year tenure.WWD, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
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Increasingly popular renewable energy sources like wind and solar often produce uneven power supplies, creating peaks and valleys.Andrew R. Chow, TIME, 11 Dec. 2024
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Best travel insurance policies Truth or false:There more flight disruptions during the holidays?Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 8 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, Hunter Biden was convicted of lying on a federal form about his drug use to purchase a revolver, submitting a false statement into a federal record, and unlawfully possessing the firearm for 11 days.Jenny Goldsberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 8 Dec. 2024
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During his post-match press conference, Carlo Ancelotti confirmed that the Frenchman's injury was the most serious among him and Jude Bellingham, who was also hooked in the second half at Montilivi.Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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After their time there, her husband was hooked too.Jennifer Stewart Kornegay, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
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And mourning’s winding, unpredictable path remains foremost in their thoughts.Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
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Reports The news of Kendrick's stabbing is just the latest incident in a long and winding trial which included deliberations on whether or not rap lyrics can be used as evidence and attorneys themselves being taken into custody.Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 2 Dec. 2024
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“Crooked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crooked. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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