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Habitual Criminal

Description:

A habitual criminal refers to an individual who has a persistent record of committing crimes. It is a legal term used to describe someone who has been convicted of various offenses over a prolonged period of time.

Sample Sentences:

As a noun:

1. The judge sentenced the habitual criminal to life imprisonment.

2. Habitual criminals often face stricter penalties due to their repeated offenses.

As an adjective:

1. The police officer identified the suspect as a habitual criminal based on his extensive criminal history.

2. The legislation aims to target habitual criminal activity and reduce crime rates in the city.

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