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shady past

A dubious, suspicious, or potentially immoral or illegal past history. Investigators have begun looking into the shady past of the bankrupt company's CEO. I don't know, John, I wouldn't go out with a guy who has a shady past like that.

See also: past, shady

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look past
in times past
knew it was coming
know (something) is coming
brush past (someone or something)
the (dim and) distant past
the distant past
blow past (someone or something)
sneak past (someone or something)
settle a score (with someone)

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RIGHT from the start of Heather Mills's relationship with Sir Paul McCartney there have been rumours claiming she has a shady past. If she has hidden some facts it's because she is ashamed of them and has wanted to protect Sir Paul.

Letter: Your Say - UNFAIR ON HEATHER

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