n a clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue n a plot to carry out some harmful or illegal act (especially a political plot) v engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together
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a plot to carry out some harmful or illegal act (especially a political plot) n
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n a secret agent who incites suspected persons to commit illegal acts
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plural of provocateur n a secret agent who incites suspected persons to commit illegal acts
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an illegal action inciting resistance to lawful authority and tending to cause the disruption or overthrow of the government
