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Recent Examples of hit-and-run
Nashville Police are investigating another hit-and-run after a pedestrian was killed in North Nashville.
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Kirsten Fiscus, Nashville Tennessean, 8 Oct. 2025
Ten minutes later, at about 2:20 a.m. Sunday, the man’s date flagged down police officers who were in the area investigating a hit-and-run.
—Kristi Miller, Twin Cities, 7 Oct. 2025
The incident came days before Lacy was due in court after being charged with negligent homicide, felony hit-and-run and reckless operation of a vehicle during a police pursuit and accident in December.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2025
Herman Hall, a 78-year-old Vietnam War veteran, was killed in the crash that led to Lacy's being booked on suspicion of negligent homicide, hit-and-run driving and reckless operation of a vehicle.
—Austin Mullen, NBC news, 7 Oct. 2025
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Kirsten Fiscus, Nashville Tennessean, 8 Oct. 2025
Ten minutes later, at about 2:20 a.m. Sunday, the man’s date flagged down police officers who were in the area investigating a hit-and-run.
—Kristi Miller, Twin Cities, 7 Oct. 2025
The incident came days before Lacy was due in court after being charged with negligent homicide, felony hit-and-run and reckless operation of a vehicle during a police pursuit and accident in December.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2025
Herman Hall, a 78-year-old Vietnam War veteran, was killed in the crash that led to Lacy's being booked on suspicion of negligent homicide, hit-and-run driving and reckless operation of a vehicle.
—Austin Mullen, NBC news, 7 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hit-and-run
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The rapid advances of AI and the ceaseless scheming of cybercriminals and hackers make cyber startups one of the most dynamic and innovative sectors of the tech industry, Chahal says.—
Alexei Oreskovic,
Fortune,
30 Oct. 2025
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For all the confidence from trade negotiators in recent days and the leaders’ warm remarks as talks got underway in Busan, whether the meeting would take place at all remained an open question just days ago after a rapid escalation of frictions between the two sides.—
Betsy Klein,
CNN Money,
30 Oct. 2025
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His swift rise has led some to wonder if his progressive agenda represents the future direction of the Democratic Party, which faces declining approval ratings.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
28 Oct. 2025
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University President Ronald Daniels issued a statement expressing shock and concern over the attack, emphasizing the school’s commitment to student safety and gratitude for the swift police response.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
28 Oct. 2025
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Same with speedy runners Javion Kinnard and Lloyd Avant.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
26 Oct. 2025
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Metal The speedy heat conduction of metal will yield a flakier crust with better browning.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
25 Oct. 2025
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The incident did, however, prompt Wyatt to rethink her presence online and her role as an influencer.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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Additionally, just hours after ChatGPT Atlas launched, Brave, an open-source browser company, posted a blog detailing several attacks AI browsers are particularly vulnerable to, including indirect prompt injections.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Hit-and-run.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hit-and-run. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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