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reoffend

/riːˈɒfɛnd/ verb · British & US
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What does reoffend mean?

verb

To commit a crime or offense after having been punished for a previous one. To commit a crime or offense again.

Example

"The judge warned the prisoner that if he reoffended, he would face harsher penalties."

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