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Recent Examples of hit-and-run
The 33-year-old man was identified as being on post-release community supervision for felony hit-and-run, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
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Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Calumet City man arrested in hit-and-run A Calumet City man has been arrested in a Hammond hit-and-run.
—Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2025
Though first believed to be a hit-and-run, she was found with severe bruising and a large hematoma.
—Christina Coulter, People.com, 23 Aug. 2025
An Albany man has been charged in a hit-and-run crash that killed a 93-year-old man, authorities said Tuesday.
—Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 19 Aug. 2025
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Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Calumet City man arrested in hit-and-run A Calumet City man has been arrested in a Hammond hit-and-run.
—Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2025
Though first believed to be a hit-and-run, she was found with severe bruising and a large hematoma.
—Christina Coulter, People.com, 23 Aug. 2025
An Albany man has been charged in a hit-and-run crash that killed a 93-year-old man, authorities said Tuesday.
—Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 19 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hit-and-run
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Unrivaled also saw rapid growth across digital platforms during its first season.—
Roberta F. Rodrigues,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Instead of rapid expansion, Johnson focuses on sustainable growth.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
10 Sep. 2025
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The swift guilty verdict for Arne Cheyenne Johnson, whose girlfriend had recently been mauled by his victim, speaks to the court and the public’s reaction to that wild legal strategy.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Sep. 2025
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Israel’s strike on a Hamas compound in Doha this week drew swift condemnation from Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Europe, and even the US, which said the bombing violated Qatar’s sovereignty.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The seven-time champion finished fifth in qualifying, one spot off the speedy Charles Leclerc.—
Nelson Espinal,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Sep. 2025
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For the 2026 version, Mel Jarnson will be playing the speedy soldier.—
Christopher Rudolph,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
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Of course, regular vacuuming and prompt stain treatment are the best ways to keep your upholstery looking its best.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
6 Sep. 2025
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In a statement provided to Fox News Digital, Jarryd Gonzales, spokesperson for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange, confirmed the incident and thanked local law enforcement for their prompt action.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Hit-and-run.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hit-and-run. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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