Investigative Reporting Terms

noun a list or document containing fraudulent or deceptive information, typically used for dishonest purposes

• The accountant discovered discrepancies in the swindle sheet during the audit.
• I can't believe they tried to pass off that swindle sheet as accurate.
• The boss caught them cooking the books on the swindle sheet.
• Her smile was like a swindle sheet, hiding the truth beneath a facade of happiness.

verb to reveal or expose something that was previously hidden or covered

adjective not covered or protected; exposed

• The archaeologists uncovered ancient artifacts during the excavation.
• I uncovered some old photos while cleaning out my closet.
• She uncovered some juicy gossip about her ex-boyfriend.
• The investigation uncovered the truth behind the company's shady dealings.