bandit
noun
a robber, especially a member of a gang or marauding band.
bandits
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pluralof bandit.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The life of a superhero lends itself well to gallivanting through galaxies, battling space pirates and star bandits.
From Salon ● Jun. 27, 2026
On 6 June, a video surfaced online showing the retired general and his wife appealing to the Katsina government to release detained bandits and their livestock in exchange for their freedom.
From BBC ● Jun. 16, 2026
The Rams made out like bandits when the Falcons struggled and the pick they got back turned out to land at No. 13.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 24, 2026
There can be no doubt that in tax terms, America’s wealthiest families make out like bandits.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 8, 2026
She and bandits were the only human beings out, no palanquins available for midwives.
From "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston
