criminal

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Investigating active government officials in Mexico is a new strategy for the United States, which in the past refrained from targeting sitting leaders in allied countries with criminal investigations because of the clear political ramifications.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

It's thought criminal allegations Brittan made against Al Fayed now form part of Operation Cornpoppy - the ongoing, active investigation into individuals who may have enabled or facilitated offending by the former Harrods owner.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Worries among police and other officials about being accused of racism have been a part of other high-profile criminal cases.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Powell largely avoided commenting on the president’s actions until the Department of Justice opened a criminal investigation into the remodel this year.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Most people with criminal convictions have difficulty even getting an interview after they have checked the box, because most employers are unwilling to consider hiring a self-identified “criminal.”

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander