recidivism

Example Sentences

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They argued that he had a very low chance of recidivism and should be sentenced leniently.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2026

A Meta spokesperson told the BBC that her Instagram accounts had been "removed for violating our recidivism policy".

From BBC • Dec. 4, 2025

Those who took part in the program have a lower-than-average recidivism rate—suggesting a model that could be used to expand early releases.

From Slate • Jul. 5, 2025

She brought up Harris’ mandate for police officers to wear body cameras and efforts to reduce criminal recidivism.

From Salon • Aug. 20, 2024

Second, studies have shown again and again that nothing lowers recidivism rates like education.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover