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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In Kelly’s case, the minor was 16 years old and engaged in an act of prostitution with him, prosecutors said.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2026 -
Michael Ketcherside, 52, faces charges of continuous promotion of prostitution and acquisition of interest in property or control of an enterprise through racketeering or unlawful debt collection.—
Marvin Hurst,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Sex work.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sex%20work. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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