racketeer

[US]/rækɪ'tɪə/
[UK]/ˌrækə'tɪr/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. Criminal involved in illegal activities, swindler.

Example Sentences

The racketeer was arrested for running an illegal gambling operation.

The police were able to gather evidence linking the racketeer to multiple extortion schemes.

The racketeer attempted to intimidate the witnesses into not testifying against him.

The racketeer used threats and violence to control the neighborhood's businesses.

The racketeer laundered money through legitimate businesses to hide its illegal origins.

The racketeer's criminal activities extended beyond the city limits.

The racketeer operated a sophisticated network of criminal enterprises.

The racketeer's empire crumbled after a lengthy investigation by law enforcement.

The racketeer was known for his ability to evade law enforcement for years.

The community banded together to drive the racketeer out of their neighborhood.

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