purse snatcher

Frequency: 5.02.5 per million words

A person who steals purses.

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Examples (10)

  • Be careful when walking alone at night; there have been several purse snatchers in the area.
  • The police are warning residents about a recent increase in purse snatchers targeting elderly people.
  • She clutched her bag tightly, fearing she might be the next victim of a purse snatcher.
  • He was arrested for being a repeat purse snatcher and pickpocket.
  • Tourists are advised to be vigilant and aware of their surroundings to avoid purse snatchers.
  • The news report featured an interview with a former purse snatcher who described his methods.
  • Security cameras captured the brazen act of a purse snatcher on a busy street.
  • The detective explained that purse snatchers often target crowded areas where they can easily blend in.
  • Many cities have implemented anti-purse snatcher campaigns to educate the public.
  • She managed to scare off the purse snatcher by shouting loudly.