Example Sentences

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The State Department recently warned fans attending games in Mexico to be on alert for pickpockets and scams, and to avoid hailing roadside taxis.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

He even hired professional pickpockets to attend a team dinner to take phones and wallets from players, to teach them to stay alert.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

The area has been targeted by pickpockets and Rome officials have debated different ways of regulating access for years.

From Barron's • Dec. 19, 2025

“Just as pickpockets and ticket touts target groups of tourists, cybercriminals will be conscious of increased online traffic towards the Paris 2024 games and will hope to capitalize,” the report said.

From Seattle Times • May 3, 2024

“I ought not to make too much of it, for pickpockets and rogues are a commonplace in London. We must stay on our toes, that is all.”

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood