Definition of ringleader
: a leader of a ring of individuals engaged especially in improper or unlawful activities
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Examples of ringleader in a Sentence
the ringleader of a gang of criminals
Recent Examples of ringleader from the Web
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Anderson said Covington then confronted Fenner and became the ringleader in the attack.
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Peter Lawrence Kafka, 57, of Parkland, who prosecutors said was the ringleader of the fraud, was sentenced to 18 months in prison and was ordered to pay $14,000 in restitution and $55,000 in fines.
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The man had no criminal past and was not profiting like the ringleaders.
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Godfrey and her two sisters recalled growing up with Collins, a brother figure who was the ringleader in fun and pranks, and his sister, Robyn.
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He was painted by prosecutors as an iron-fisted manager and the ringleader of the obstruction plot that ultimately ended in criminal convictions for more than 20 officials, including former Sheriff Lee Baca.
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Those charged include alleged ringleader Adil R. Cassim, 29, of Granada Hills, California; Bennie Glover, 35, of Shelby, North Carolina; Matthew D. Chow, 28, of Missouri City, Texas and Edward L. Mohan II, 46, of Baltimore.
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Circa 1503
First Known Use of ringleader
circa 1503
RINGLEADER Defined for English Language Learners
ringleader
playDefinition of ringleader for English Language Learners
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: the leader of a group that causes trouble or is involved in an illegal activity
RINGLEADER Defined for Kids
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: a leader especially of a group of people who cause trouble
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