blackmailer

Example Sentences

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Not a bad legacy, considering George Downing is summarized by his biographer thus: “Liar, blackmailer, seducer and thief, this double-dealing shapeshifter would betray both friends and principles without a moment’s misgiving.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

According to Aron, a federal criminal investigation ultimately led to the arrest of the blackmailer, who Aron says was convicted of a felony and spent nearly a year in jail.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 12, 2023

Many have commended her for speaking out, and have condemned the "arrogance" of her blackmailer, and his "perverted" behaviour.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2023

I knew the trajectory of the Jeff relationship and that he was the blackmailer.

From New York Times • Jan. 16, 2022

This woman is nothing more than a blackmailer.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron