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smuggler

  • a word derived from smuggle.
    smuggle
    verb (used with object)
    to import or export (goods) secretly, in violation of the law, especially without payment of legal duty.

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But the most shadowy figure throughout the series is the Malaysian animal smuggler Anson Wong, who served as the Asian connection to almost everyone whom Mr. Goode encounters in the trade.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026

Dr. Olena Matiushyn also stands out, as does her husband, Ihor, a former Soviet military officer turned teacher turned smuggler turned playwright turned volunteer policeman.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 20, 2026

A high-level people smuggler identified in a BBC investigation has been arrested in Iraqi Kurdistan.

From BBC ● May 19, 2026

Asked about smuggler Ahmad's use of UK-registered companies' bank accounts, Tapp says he would "love to see more" of the results of our investigation but could not "go into any detail on that".

From BBC ● May 18, 2026

But he hasn’t saved any money for a smuggler.

From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario