machinations
US /ˌmæk·əˈneɪ·ʃənz, ˌmæʃ-/
UK /ˌmæk.ɪˈneɪ.ʃənz/
复数名词
阴谋, 诡计, 策划
a plot or scheme, especially an evil one
示例:
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The politician was accused of engaging in corrupt machinations to win the election.
这位政客被指控为赢得选举而进行腐败的阴谋。
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Despite all the enemy's machinations, the hero managed to save the kingdom.
尽管敌人百般阴谋，英雄还是成功地拯救了王国。