repeater

noun

Definition of repeaternext
1
as in offender

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2
as in carbine

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Recent Examples of repeater The machinations with Wiggins’ extension should work toward getting the Heat below the luxury tax in 2027-28, and therefore preventing the triggering of the punitive repeater luxury tax. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 29 June 2026 The repeater is there to boost the signal. — John Burek, PC Magazine, 13 June 2026 In a sea of important tourbillons at Watches and Wonders this year, minute repeaters and striking watches made a musical statement of their own. — Carol Besler, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026 So what’s the decision three months later regarding that repeater tax, now that flexibility has been achieved? — Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 8 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for repeater
Recent Examples of Synonyms for repeater
  1. offender
  2. carbine
  3. criminal
  4. rifle
  5. culprit
  6. machine gun
  7. crook
  8. shotgun
Noun
  • The law would extend the time that repeat DUI offenders would have their driver’s license suspended from three years to six years.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026
  • More often than not, this audit finds the larger offenders causing the retention problem.
    — Kellie Lauth, Forbes.com, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of offender
Noun
  • The weapons used are not known, but likely included standard M4 carbines.
    — David Hambling, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2026
  • Klymenko, who wore body armor, said the man was carrying a carbine.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026
Definition of carbine
Noun
  • Removing violent criminals, gang members, cartel members and those who refuse to work is wise and popular policy.
    — Don Bacon, Washington Post, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Americans have demonized us as criminals, buffoons, lechers, invaders, criminals and job stealers since the fall of the Alamo.
    — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of criminal
Noun
  • The brand holds royal warrants as gun and rifle makers to the British and other European royal families.
    — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Few people realize it these days, but both the rifle and round were technical marvels.
    — John B. Snow, Outdoor Life, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of rifle
Noun
  • If your living room is starting to feel a little dated, one of these common decor mistakes may be the culprit.
    — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2026
  • In it, David recognized phrases reminiscent of his brother’s writing style and contacted investigators about his suspicion that Ted may be the culprit.
    — Kelly Allen, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of culprit
Noun
  • Miller was arrested Tuesday after a traffic stop where authorities found him allegedly in possession of two handguns equipped with a machine gun conversion device, according to a federal complaint.
    — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 11 Sep. 2026
  • The Nazis appear to be constructing bunkers and fortifying machine gun nests here at the border.
    — Danielle Parker, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of machine gun
Noun
  • In a key role, Gathegi will play a small-time crook with big time ambitions who is in over his head, according to sources.
    — Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2026
  • The crook, wearing a green Nike Tech sweatsuit, fled empty handed west on 35th Ave.
    — Roni Jacobson, New York Daily News, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of crook
Noun
  • Investigators did not find Handal’s fingerprints or DNA on the shotgun or ammunition.
    — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Out of the shotgun, Willis targeted Delane again and hit wide receiver Ryan Miller for a 10-yard gain.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of shotgun

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