Conspiracy Terminology

noun a secret partnership or alliance, especially for fraudulent or illegal purposes

• The two companies were found to be in cahoots with each other, engaging in anti-competitive practices.
• I think those two are in cahoots, they always seem to be up to something together.
• I heard they're in cahoots to pull off a big heist next week.
• His mind and heart were in cahoots, causing him to make irrational decisions.

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

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

• The two companies were found to be in cahoots with each other, engaging in anti-competitive practices.
• I think those two are in cahoots, they always seem to be up to something together.
• I heard those two are in cahoots, planning something shady behind everyone's back.
• The cat and the mouse were in cahoots, working together to outsmart the dog.

noun a group of courtiers or favourites who surround a king or ruler

• The members of the camarilla gathered in secret to discuss their plans.
• I heard that the camarilla is meeting tonight at the old mansion.
• I can't believe the camarilla is still causing drama in our group.
• The political camarilla worked behind the scenes to influence the decision.