as in criminal
a person who commits moral wrongs
anticorruption crusaders are going after wrongdoers at every level of the nation's government
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Recent Examples of wrongdoer
In a mythical world, justice proceeds like this: After being wronged by a government injustice, a victim lawyers up and sues the government wrongdoer.
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James S. Burling, National Review, 23 Jan. 2025
The same could be claimed in any case where a whistleblower reveals wrongdoing, knowing that this might have consequences for the wrongdoers.
—The Editors, National Review, 16 Jan. 2025
Telling friends or relatives about the fresh face can also help, as varying perspectives can root out potential wrongdoers, according to the agency.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
Along with beautification, local leaders say public art has the power to foster a sense of ownership among residents and let would-be wrongdoers know that an area is cared for.
—Justin L. MacK, Axios, 19 Dec. 2024
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James S. Burling, National Review, 23 Jan. 2025
The same could be claimed in any case where a whistleblower reveals wrongdoing, knowing that this might have consequences for the wrongdoers.
—The Editors, National Review, 16 Jan. 2025
Telling friends or relatives about the fresh face can also help, as varying perspectives can root out potential wrongdoers, according to the agency.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
Along with beautification, local leaders say public art has the power to foster a sense of ownership among residents and let would-be wrongdoers know that an area is cared for.
—Justin L. MacK, Axios, 19 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wrongdoer
Noun
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Reckless sanctuary city policies create a sanctuary for one class — criminals.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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It is tasked with a broad range of actions — hunting fugitives, transporting federal prisoners and managing goods seized from criminals.—
Faith E. Pinho,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Everyone’s a sinner — Elijah Gemstone and his descendants more than most.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2025
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Goggins is simply incredible, fully committed to Baby Billy’s comic lunacy yet never losing sight of his recovering sinner’s withered heart.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
9 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Children meet superheroes and villains, engage with games and movies, and are greeted by staff in costume.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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The soul patch, villain, and walrus facial hair all work with masks while mutton chops and chin curtain don’t.—
Lisa Wood Shapiro,
Wired News,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Wrongdoer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wrongdoer. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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