as in henchman
one associated with another in wrongdoing
the thief and his accomplices were eventually caught and brought to justice
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Recent Examples of accomplice
The trial of a woman and her alleged accomplice, both of whom are accused of conspiring to kill the woman's mother, began in Westmoreland County on Monday.
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Ross Guidotti, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Two accomplices have also been identified in the case, the FSB said.
—Yuliya Talmazan, NBC news, 9 Feb. 2026
Another alleged accomplice escaped to Ukraine.
—Cnn's Tim Lister, CNN Money, 8 Feb. 2026
One of his accomplices accidentally shot Levao, the bullet slicing through his arm into his chest.
—Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
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Ross Guidotti, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Two accomplices have also been identified in the case, the FSB said.
—Yuliya Talmazan, NBC news, 9 Feb. 2026
Another alleged accomplice escaped to Ukraine.
—Cnn's Tim Lister, CNN Money, 8 Feb. 2026
One of his accomplices accidentally shot Levao, the bullet slicing through his arm into his chest.
—Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for accomplice
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accomplice
Noun
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Ben, flanked by his henchmen, was seen as formidable and dangerous.—
Thomas Morgan,
The Conversation,
3 Feb. 2026
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Nicholas Mongiardo-Cooper’s Beadle Bamford, the judge’s henchman, has a malicious ebullience all his own.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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But since his 2016 debut, Bad Bunny has emerged as the leader of a new cohort of barrier-breaking artists, among them Karol G, J Balvin, Anitta and Peso Pluma, who are globalizing the genre and redefining crossover appeal with their fierce cultural pride.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
5 Feb. 2026
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BofA data indicate that for these families, tax refunds represent a much larger share of their average monthly spending than for wealthier peers, meaning that much of the boost to the economy will come from this cohort.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
5 Feb. 2026
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Testimony from a neighbor and the men's romantic partners also did not support the agent's account that he had been attacked with a broom or shovel or that a third person was involved.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Feb. 2026
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Related Stories Kahuam, who co-wrote the pic with producing partner Anthony Pallino, had nothing but appreciation for his team.—
Ed Meza,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2026
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Think stylish airport outfits, sleek carry-ons, smart tech, and practical travel accessories all seriously marked down for the holiday weekend.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Feb. 2026
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There’s no denying that Gen Z loves quirky accessories—from bag charms to sculptural styles—and this Le Pliage shoulder bag is full of personality.—
Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
15 Feb. 2026
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The members of the House of Representatives and the Senate are all aiders and abetters of the sitting president.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
2 Jan. 2026
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Lewis, 50, was initially charged with murder as an aider and abettor, but pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and was sentenced to six years in state prison.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Oct. 2025
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Rios’ attorneys contend that the case had gone cold when Guevara, who at the time was a gang crimes specialist, not a homicide detective, inserted himself into the investigation by claiming two confidential informants had fingered Rios as the gunman.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Feb. 2026
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An informant with Talanoa Law and Justice told researchers that drugs impact the areas of the brain that control thinking and emotions.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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And so every regime invests in having student informers.—
Anne Applebaum,
The Atlantic,
23 Jan. 2026
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Security services also rely on informers to tell them who might be using Starlink, and search internet and social media traffic for signs it has been used.—
David Rising,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Jan. 2026
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Some experts have warned about the mental health risks of relying on AI companions for emotional support, especially for young people.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
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Last year, Chris Smith went on a Valentine’s date with Sol, his ChatGPT companion, taking his phone to his backyard to take pictures of the moon through a telescope.—
Rachyl Jones,
semafor.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Accomplice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accomplice. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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