mugger

noun

Definition of muggernext
1
as in robber

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2
as in looter

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Recent Examples of mugger An architect sees his wife killed and his daughter raped by muggers and responds by embarking on a vigilante shooting spree. — Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2026 The Promethean is a triumphant calling, not a mugger in an underpass. — James Folta, Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025 The story documented the stabbing death of a 24-year-old father of two who was attacked by an armed mugger outside a casino in the city’s upscale Knightsbridge neighborhood. — Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 11 Aug. 2025 Will Death Wish inspire an actual vigilante to murder muggers? — Andrew Tobias, Vulture, 7 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for mugger
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mugger
  1. robber
  2. looter
  3. assailant
  4. kidnapper
  5. attacker
  6. carjacker
  7. pickpocket
  8. abductor
Noun
  • The robbers then snatched various items from display cases in the space and escaped out the window in a mere eight minutes.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 22 July 2026
  • Authorities surmised that the robbers most likely broke the diamond down into smaller pieces and sold it on the black market.
    — Moises Mendez II, InStyle, 22 July 2026
Definition of robber
Noun
  • If the idea of a Splatoon looter-shooter appeals to you, then Splatoon Raiders should be on your radar.
    — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 30 June 2026
  • The looter’s story only came to light thanks to Bradley Gordon, an American lawyer based in Cambodia who has spent much of the last 14 years investigating the plunder of Khmer cultural heritage.
    — Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 17 June 2026
Definition of looter
Noun
  • In a blind rage after watching his brother die, Duke catches up to one of their assailants and beats him to death — with a crowd watching.
    — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 30 July 2026
  • The drones are designed to use a combination of sirens, strobe lights and pepper gel to overwhelm the assailant.
    — Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 29 July 2026
Definition of assailant
Noun
  • All that was left was a single high heel, no doubt dislodged after the host put up an epic struggle against her dastardly kidnapper.
    — Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 6 July 2026
  • To further send a message, the kidnapper sets the hotel on fire to possibly destroy evidence.
    — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
Definition of kidnapper
Noun
  • Police say the attacker ran away, prompting a manhunt by police.
    — Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 25 July 2026
  • Cooper said the attackers divided into groups and surrounded Drakeo’s party near the artist entrance.
    — Dave Brooks, Los Angeles Times, 25 July 2026
Definition of attacker
Noun
  • Sadness, shock, and anger manifested at a vigil in Mattapan Tuesday night, as the community prayed for the woman who was hit and killed during an alleged carjacker's reckless escape attempt last Saturday.
    — Tammy Mutasa, CBS News, 24 June 2026
  • The man matching the description of the carjacker was found running away from the last car reported stolen, MDSO said, near Southwest 152nd Avenue and Sunset Drive.
    — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 19 June 2026
Definition of carjacker
Noun
  • Speaking of losing things, keep your phone and cards safe from pickpockets with this chic crossbody iPhone case.
    — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 24 July 2026
  • Think of it like a team of pickpockets, one of which walks up to ask you for directions while the other swipes your wallet.
    — Alan Henry, PC Magazine, 10 July 2026
Definition of pickpocket
Noun
  • Hip abductor strength is important for balance and mobility, regardless of your age.
    — Mallory Creveling, Health, 9 July 2026
  • Though investigators received numerous tips, Huisentruit was never found, and her abductor or killer was never identified.
    — Yasmeen Hamadeh, PEOPLE, 27 June 2026
Definition of abductor

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