In Cahoots

C1 8+

Pronunciation: /ɪn kəˈhuːts/

Definitions of in cahoots

noun A noun is not applicable for 'in cahoots' as it is a phrase rather than a single word.

Example Sentences

A1 I heard a rumor that they were in cahoots with each other.

A2 The two companies were in cahoots to manipulate the market.

B1 The politician was accused of being in cahoots with the criminal organization.

B2 The CEO was suspected of being in cahoots with the rival company.

C1 The evidence showed that the two parties were in cahoots to commit fraud.

C2 The investigation revealed that the government officials were in cahoots with the corrupt businessmen.

adverb In this case, 'in cahoots' functions as an adverbial phrase modifying a verb or adjective.

Example Sentences

A1 The two friends were in cahoots to plan a surprise party for their other friend.

A2 The siblings were in cahoots to convince their parents to let them go on a road trip.

B1 The employees were in cahoots to organize a strike for better working conditions.

B2 The politicians were in cahoots to pass a controversial bill without public knowledge.

C1 The criminals were in cahoots to pull off a major heist in the city.

C2 The business tycoons were in cahoots to manipulate the stock market for their own gain.

Examples of in cahoots in a Sentence

formal The two companies were found to be in cahoots with each other, engaging in anti-competitive practices.

informal I think those two are in cahoots, they always seem to be up to something together.

slang I heard those two are in cahoots, planning something shady behind everyone's back.

figurative The cat and the mouse were in cahoots, working together to outsmart the dog.

Grammatical Forms of in cahoots

past tense

was in cahoots

plural

are in cahoots

comparative

more in cahoots

superlative

most in cahoots

present tense

is in cahoots

future tense

will be in cahoots

perfect tense

has been in cahoots

continuous tense

is being in cahoots

singular

is in cahoots

positive degree

in cahoots

infinitive

to be in cahoots

gerund

being in cahoots

participle

been in cahoots

Origin and Evolution of in cahoots

First Known Use: 1829 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The phrase 'in cahoots' is believed to have originated in the United States during the 19th century.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a partnership or collaboration, the term 'in cahoots' has evolved to imply a secretive or dishonest alliance between individuals or groups.