panhandler

Example Sentences

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According to prosecutors, the panhandler cursed after the agent refused him money, the agent took offense and the panhandler then accosted the agent, without touching him.

From Washington Post

I can’t be entirely sure of this, but I believe I’ve witnessed commuters fork over a larger proportion of their net worth to panhandlers on the subway.

From Los Angeles Times

A 52-year-old man was stabbed in the throat by a panhandler on Sunday afternoon in Chicago when he refused to hand over any money or property, police said.

From Fox News

Kabul taxi driver Dil Agha said he’s afraid of children and panhandlers jostling among the cars and tries to stay clear of government vehicles, in case they are targeted.

From Seattle Times

"Can you please stay 6 feet away?" the boy’s mom asked the panhandler, sources told The Post.

From Fox News