trafficking

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.

Modern slavery covers human trafficking, slavery, servitude and forced labour.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

A Daly City man suspected of purchasing and exporting hundreds of poached turtles from Florida is facing federal wildlife trafficking charges, according to Department of Justice officials.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

Conflict Armament Research, a U.K.-based group that investigates weapons trafficking, said it has noticed a “discernible increase” in the use of components produced by Chinese manufacturers in Shahed-style drones.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

Under Chaves, the Central American nation joined US President Donald Trump's "Shield of the Americas" alliance, which aims to combat drug trafficking in Latin America.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

In light of new evidence, Matthias Benedik Helvar is granted full and immediate pardon for all charges of slave trafficking.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo