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Meanings of criminal in English
Someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime.
Bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure.
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Examples for "felonious"
Examples for "felonious"
1
There was just one small problem with our plan: It was felonious.
2
While the Judge was on the bench a felonious murder was committed.
3
The superior felonious echelons are upwardly mobile and have a clear career path.
4
I once grew opium poppies in my garden-yes ,withfelonious intent.
5
Four protesters were charged with felonies, including felonious assault and rioting.
Usage of criminal in English
1
A criminal response to their situation simply does not work, Becroft said.
2
The new right applies throughout criminal proceedings, including when receiving legal advice.
3
Discussing major changes to criminal law with the new act before parliament.
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The questions raised by criminal cases involving teenagers are difficult to answer.
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Last week Spain said the attack appeared to be criminal in nature.
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Facial-recognition databases are used by police to help identify possible criminal suspects.
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Other criminal cases have been filed recently by state and federal authorities.
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Incidents of a serious criminal nature were relatively rare, the report said.
9
The state's rules, which became effective December 11, carry possible criminal penalties.
10
I do specialized work within the criminal justice system-for the state police.
11
The children's commissioner wants the age of criminal responsibility raised to 14.
12
Ghosn would continue to fight a criminal case in Japan, they added.
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However, it is not legally binding under Russian criminal or administrative law.
14
These people must pass certain background checks for possible past criminal convictions.
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John said you've done criminal work and that you come highly recommended.
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The state's rules, which became effective Dec. 11, carry possible criminal penalties.
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Criminal through the time
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South Africa
Common
New Zealand
Common
Ireland
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