as in prostitution
the practice of engaging in sexual activities for money
The city moved to decriminalize sex work.
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prostitution
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Prosecutors allege Eichorn, who represented District 6 before resigning in March 2025, responded to an online prostitution ad that was part of a sting by Bloomington police and other law enforcement.—
Frankie McLister,
CBS News,
14 May 2026 -
The report details allegations of rape, child prostitution, forced labor and trafficking linked to mining camps throughout the Amazon.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
13 May 2026
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“Sex work.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sex%20work. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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