illicit

Example Sentences

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North Korea consented to freeze its illicit nuclear work and eventually allow full inspections in exchange for a multibillion-dollar package of civilian nuclear power and oil.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

In 2023, over 3,000 soldiers were roped in to help tackle illicit mining across the country for six months.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Some 55 Ghanaians have been killed while fighting in Ukraine, the country's foreign minister said on Friday, promising a crackdown on illicit recruitment schemes luring citizens to Russia under false pretences.

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

Treasury Department on Thursday said it’s proposing to sever a Swiss bank from the U.S. financial system over alleged illicit ties to Russia and Iran.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 26, 2026

The illicit buzz grew as the other boys noticed their absence.

From "The Dead and the Gone" by Susan Beth Pfeffer