prowler

Example Sentences

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The two Sangamon County sheriff's deputies were responding to a 911 call by Massey, who had reported a "prowler" at her home in Springfield, Illinois, according to a court document.

From Salon • Jul. 24, 2024

A grand jury exonerated her of murder, accepting her explanation that she’d mistaken Billy for a prowler who had been frequenting the area, sometimes raiding homeowners’ fridges.

From New York Times • Oct. 30, 2022

The prowler was dressed in sneakers, pants, a jacket and a baseball cap turned backward.

From Washington Post • Jul. 19, 2022

A neighbor called police to report a possible vehicle prowler.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 30, 2022

Following the circle of dim gold light cast by the candle, he went up the stairs and, feeling like a prowler, he poked his head into Albert’s bedroom.

From "The Marvels" by Brian Selznick