plotting (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈplɒtɪŋ/
Definition
Secretly making plans to carry out an illegal or harmful action.
Examples
The rival executives were caught plotting a hostile takeover of the smaller company.
He spent weeks plotting his escape from the high-security prison.
The rebels were accused of plotting against the government during the late-night meeting.
How to Use plotting
- plotting against (prepositional phrase)
- secretly planning harm toward a specific person or group. — "The advisors were accused of plotting against the king."
- plotting to (prepositional phrase)
- secretly planning to perform a specific action. — "They were caught plotting to steal the valuable painting."
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