The act of scheming
“The combination of brilliant administrative ability and a thick political hide had enabled him to weather the storm and deal with the subsequent plotting of his downfall.”
The action of planning something (especially a crime) beforehand
The process of conniving or conspiring
An act of outlining or marking out
The secret planning of something illicit or detrimental
Working in conjunction with another to deceitfully achieve one's goals
Present participle for to devise a (usually secret) plan to accomplish an aim or goal
“Rebel samurai would then convene to plot the downfall of the shogun.”
Present participle for to collude or participate in a conspiracy with other parties for a common goal
“You let her meet with the Northern lords, and you agreed to plot with them against the queen's advisor and against his policy.”
Present participle for to map or draw out
“Thus, the expeditioners are reliant solely on their radio contacts with the base to plot their path.”
Present participle for to come up with a plan, idea or design
Present participle for to hope for, or aspire to, a goal or dream
Present participle for attempt to get
Present participle for to represent by a drawing, painting, or other art forms
Present participle for to plan or control the position and course of a vehicle according to a planned path
Present participle for to examine or look closely at (someone or something)
Present participle for to make or adapt for a particular purpose or person
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