conspire

/kənˈspaɪər/
verb
  1. To secretly plan with other people to do something illegal or harmful.
    • The thieves conspired to rob the bank.
    • Several politicians conspired to overthrow the government.
    • The students conspired to play a prank on their teacher.
  2. To happen at the same time in a way that causes a bad result, as if by secret agreement.
    • Lack of sleep and stress conspired to give her a terrible headache.
    • A series of unfortunate events conspired to ruin their vacation.
    • Bad weather and a flat tire conspired to make us late for the wedding.
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