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3 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Hoodlum' in a Sentence

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Emily's parents warned her to stay away from the hoodlum hanging out near the school.
The police arrested the hoodlum for stealing from the store downtown.
The detective worked tirelessly to catch the hoodlum responsible for the graffiti on the walls.

Hoodlum

hood-luhm
nounA thug or gangster.
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Last Updated On: August 20, 2024
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