sex offender
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of sex offender
First recorded in 1910–15
Example Sentences
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If convicted, he faces 32 years to life in state prison and would also be required to register as a sex offender for life.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
In opening remarks to the committee, Bondi said she was "proud" of the department's release of documents related to the convicted sex offender, for which she has been widely criticised.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
In July 2016, best-selling author and wellness guru Deepak Chopra contacted Jeffrey Epstein, the wealthy financier and convicted sex offender, to thank him for his hospitality.
From Salon • May 19, 2026
Massie has been one of the loudest House voices prodding the Trump administration to release more information on the sex offender and his accomplices.
From Slate • May 19, 2026
Mr. Massie has also irritated the president by raising his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex offender who committed suicide in 2019 while in jail awaiting trial on charges of sex trafficking.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
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