mafioso

Example Sentences

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Gandolfini felt uneasy about the idea of playing mafioso “Sammy the Bull” Gravano in the 1996 HBO movie “Gotti,” but he took the part anyway.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2025

Prosecutors said the mob chief built a wide array of financial interests that went far beyond traditional mafioso concerns, helping him set up a loyal network of white collar professionals.

From Reuters • Jan. 25, 2023

In the film, Tony’s mafioso future isn’t yet a foregone conclusion.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 1, 2021

The guy smiled but said nothing, like a mafioso who suspects you’re wearing a wire.

From Washington Post • Jul. 1, 2021

He is a remarkably dangerous but cartoon-like figure, an adult man who dresses up like a mafioso from the movies.

From Salon • Dec. 2, 2020