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intrigue (s) (noun), intrigues (pl)
A scheming, a secret plotting, and undercover manipulations: It is obvious that politics is an area which has many intrigues of cabal and double-dealings to achieve a politician's objectives.
There are many underhanded schemes that use intrigues to achieve what is wanted.
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intrigue (verb), intrigues; intrigued; intriguing
1. To conceive, to form, or to carry out a secret plan intended to do harm: Criminals are known to intrigue their victims with false promises.
2. To arouse the interest of; to fascinate: Fairy tales intrigue most children.
To excite the interest or to fascinate another person
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