perpetrate

Example Sentences

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This study suggests elder financial abuse is typically perpetrated by family members, trusted friends, and caregivers.

From MarketWatch

Under Oklahoma law, first-degree manslaughter is defined as a homicide that occurs when perpetrated without a "design to effect death" while a person is engaged in the commission of a misdemeanor.

From BBC

In the past five years, 93% of fatal terrorist attacks in the West were perpetrated by lone-wolf actors, according to the Institute for Economics & Peace, a think tank.

From The Wall Street Journal

"At a moment where we have seen evil perpetrated, he shines out as an example of the strength of humanity," the prime minister added.

From BBC

She later added that there is a chance the earlier break-ins could have been perpetrated by a different raccoon - but officials have identified him as their prime suspect.

From BBC