offender

Example Sentences

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The inquiry heard how the prosecution had hoped to obtain a hybrid order for Calocane, whereby an offender can be transferred to prison after hospital treatment.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

A 25-year-old man who had been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender has been released with no further action.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

"It became clear that Garfield had intended to portray himself as a victim to make the real victim in this case look like an offender."

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Justice Department leaders offered to meet with lawmakers in the midst of sustained criticism over their handling of files on the sex offender.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Today a repeat offender had been brought before her, someone who had broken the rules before.

From "The Giver" by Lois Lowry