underboss
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of underboss
Example Sentences
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Many prosecutions have relied on high-level associates — think mafia underboss Salvatore “Sammy the Bull” Gravano or, in Trump’s case, White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows — turning on their former bosses.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 20, 2023
He was foiled after his underboss, Salvatore Gravano, decided to cooperate with the government.
From New York Times • Mar. 15, 2019
Federal prosecutors had referred to Cali in court filings in recent years as the underboss of the Gambino organization.
From Fox News • Mar. 14, 2019
She was the lead prosecutor in a successful 1987 case against underboss Ilario M.A.
From Washington Post • Apr. 25, 2018
Prior to being disbarred, Stewart had been known for representing controversial defendants, including one-time crime underboss Salvatore "Sammy the Bull" Gravano.
From Reuters • Dec. 31, 2013
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