The Clue
Given to machinations (8 letter answer)
The Answer
SCHEMING
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Notes
The answer SCHEMING is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Definition
SCHEME as a verb:
1. (scheme, intrigue, connive) = form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner
2. devise a system or form a scheme for
SCHEMING as an adjective:
1. (calculating, calculative, conniving, scheming, shrewd) = used of persons; "the most calculating and selfish men in the community"
2. (designing, scheming) = concealing crafty designs for advancing your own interest; "a selfish and designing nation obsessed with the dark schemes of European intrigue"- W.Churchill; "a scheming wife"; "a scheming gold digger"