fugitive

Example Sentences

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The U.S., considering him a fugitive, was seeking his extradition from Spain, and he was likely looking at prison.

From Salon • Jan. 23, 2026

Circuit Court of Appeals, which has jurisdiction over Minnesota, has expressly recognized that administrative warrants may be used to enter a residence to capture a fugitive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

"It was recognised that there was no formal fugitive hunting team within Greater Manchester," Det Insp Coles said.

From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025

A fugitive Olympic gold medallist boxer who was on the run after failing to appear in court for lottery fraud has been tracked down by police in Thailand and arrested.

From Barron's • Dec. 20, 2025

The fellow sounded rather sinister to me, like a fugitive from the law or someone hiding from his family.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss