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launder

[lawn-der, lahn-] / ˈlɔn dər, ˈlɑn- /


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The move has been accompanied by some rollbacks of post-coup curbs and prisoner amnesties, which analysts have likewise dismissed as lip-service measures to launder the leadership's reputation.

From Barron's Apr. 30, 2026

Because it prevented leaks, the Boater reduced the need to frequently launder soaked clothes, sheets and blankets.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 9, 2026

And as prominent news outlets continue to normalize and launder that simple fact, comedy that’s both humane and hilarious is a way through, if not a way out.

From Salon Jun. 25, 2025

So it is hoping for a regulatory bill that has a light touch—don’t launder money; make sure your customers can cash out when they wish—but most importantly lends confidence and legitimacy.

From Slate May 21, 2025

“You’re going to need to launder them blankets,” she says, pointing to my arm.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland

Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control also designated three leaders and supporters of an Iran-aligned militia in Iraq, Kataib Hezbollah, as well as a business that it says moves and launders funds for the organization.

From Seattle Times Jan. 22, 2024

“Today, Treasury is sanctioning Tornado Cash, a virtual currency mixer that launders the proceeds of cybercrimes, including those committed against victims in the United States,” Nelson said.

From The Verge Aug. 8, 2022

Bethany launders them in-house and places them in a tub in the entryway, for workers to don each day after taking their temperature and passing a screening.

From Washington Times Jul. 3, 2020

He launders impropriety with a functionary’s demeanor and a spin doctor’s acumen.

From Slate May 2, 2019

Many of the hospitals furnish all the clothes needed for the baby while in the hospital; in such instances, the hospital also launders them.

From The Mother and Her Child by William S. Sadler

When you’ve done that, you can start to feel the excitement of owning a freshly laundered $100 bill.

From MarketWatch Aug. 11, 2026

The Treasury also designated the two exchanges “terror assets” and said Zanjani had laundered money and provided funding for Revolutionary Guard projects.

From The Wall Street Journal May 4, 2026

The whole letter is Bezos’ grievance talking, laundered through one of his fixers.

From Slate Feb. 5, 2026

The US Department of Justice later launched a major probe, alleging that stolen Malaysian funds were laundered through the US financial system and used to buy luxury assets.

From Barron's Dec. 25, 2025

It felt a tinge awkward handling all these frills, but I’d laundered enough of my mama’s linens to know what was what.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan

Another 15,000 were given to HSI’s cross-border financial crimes unit, which was told to prioritize them over money laundering and fraud cases, a former high-level HSI official said.

From Salon Aug. 15, 2026

When Humala was convicted, his wife Nadine Heredia was also found guilty of money laundering and sentenced to 15 years in prison.

From BBC Jul. 31, 2026

London-listed shares in fintech company Wise Group fell after U.S. regulators denied its application for a national trust bank license, citing deficiencies in its program to combat money laundering and terrorism financing.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

Revolut's rapid growth has meanwhile drawn criticism in recent years regarding its ability to comply with financial regulations, particularly those aimed at combating fraud and money laundering.

From Barron's Jul. 22, 2026

“I do laundering and mending. I’m even good with a hammer and nail.”

From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool




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