vigilantes

Example Sentences

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Universe conditioned us to worship such false idols, portraying wealthy, aristocratic heroes as our greatest defense against alien threats and vigilantes working beyond the reach of the law as the true keepers of justice.

From Salon • May 24, 2026

But so-called bond vigilantes may force him to change his tune.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

Even if Warsh wants to cut rates, Yardeni says, the bond vigilantes will resist, just as they have since the easing cycle began in September 2024.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

Surprised by this unusual cobbling together of Hindu and Muslim names, the vigilantes left.

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

Yes, some of us were born to be punctuation vigilantes.

From "Eats, Shoots & Leaves" by Author