purse-snatcher

[US]/[pɜːs ˈsnætʃər]/
[UK]/[pɜːrs ˈsnætʃər]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. Una persona que roba bolsos o bolsas, especialmente como forma de delito menor; un ladrón que se especializa en robar bolsos o bolsas.

Phrases & Collocations

purse-snatcher caught

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a purse-snatcher

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purse-snatchers beware

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pursue a purse-snatcher

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purse-snatcher fled

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purse-snatcher's guilt

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Example Sentences

the purse-snatcher fled the scene after grabbing her bag.

El carterista huyó de la escena después de agarrar su bolsa.

police are searching for a purse-snatcher who targeted tourists.

La policía busca a un carterista que se enfocó en turistas.

she bravely fought off the purse-snatcher attempting to steal her wallet.

Ellas luchó valientemente contra el carterista que intentaba robarle su billetera.

the purse-snatcher was caught on cctv stealing from a crowded market.

El carterista fue capturado en cctv robando en un mercado concurrido.

witnesses described the purse-snatcher as being tall and wearing a hoodie.

Los testigos describieron al carterista como alto y llevando un gorro de buzo.

the purse-snatcher’s actions were reckless and put people at risk.

Las acciones del carterista fueron descuidadas y pusieron en riesgo a las personas.

he was arrested for being a purse-snatcher and committing theft.

Lo arrestaron por ser un carterista y cometer un robo.

the purse-snatcher was known for his quick movements and agility.

El carterista era conocido por sus movimientos rápidos y agilidad.

the victim identified the purse-snatcher in a police lineup.

La víctima identificó al carterista en una fila policial.

a purse-snatcher often targets vulnerable individuals in public places.

Un carterista suele atacar a individuos vulnerables en lugares públicos.

the purse-snatcher was sentenced to several years in prison.

El carterista fue condenado a varios años en prisión.

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