victimless
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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The New South Wales government's environment department said that "the illegal wildlife trade is not a victimless crime", harming conservation and stripping the state "and Australia of its unique biodiversity".
From Barron's
My insurers paid out, a replacement car was bought, but police are keen to stress this is not a victimless crime.
From BBC
“It’s also important to remember that cargo theft is not a victimless crime,” McDonnell said.
From Los Angeles Times
TfL says fare evasion is "not a victimless crime" and "robs Londoners of vital investment", adding that it was "committed to reducing the current rate of fare evasion to 1.5% by 2030".
From BBC
Security Minister Dan Jarvis said that the problem was a recurring one, telling MPs that "forced entry, tailgating, and so-called jibbing, are not victimless acts".
From BBC
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