criminals

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He is one of the most infamous criminals in modern European history.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026

Not only that, but he would go hard after criminals of all stripes and embark on a prison-building spree to house them in the Amazon jungle.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

UK money transfer company Wise is being investigated over suspicions criminals used its accounts for money laundering, Belgian prosecutors have told French media.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

"I will be the one to take the lead in combating criminals," the 51-year-old added.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

As described in chapter 4, many people labeled criminals describe an existential angst associated with their pariah status, an angst that casts a shadow over every aspect of their identity and social experience.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander