petty

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Opened in 1873, the privately operated detention facility housed petty delinquents and orphans, said Marc Schindler, a professor at Georgetown who leads the project.

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

So I’m saying to all of my guests, don’t come here committing petty crimes.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026

Officers say drones are rapidly becoming a routine part of law enforcement, from assisting in search-and-rescue operations to issuing tickets for traffic violations and other petty crimes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 2, 2026

One of his most popular films was the 1975 blockbuster, Sholay, where he played a petty criminal hired by the police to capture a villain.

From BBC • Dec. 31, 2025

“You all think I’ve got time for your petty crap? This is the team now! Whether you like it or not...as a matter of fact, I don’t care if you don’t like it,” Coach continued.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan