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thuggee Meaning
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thuggee (n)
murder and robbery by thugs
Webster
thuggee (n.)
The practice of secret or stealthy murder by Thugs.
thuggee Sentence Examples
- The shadowy organization known as the Thuggee had a reign of terror in 19th-century India.
- Disguised as pilgrims, Thuggee members infiltrated villages and strangled victims using a ritual noose.
- The British colonial government launched a relentless campaign against the Thuggee, vowing to eradicate its deadly practices.
- The Thuggee's elaborate rituals and secretive nature made them an elusive and dangerous foe.
- Fear of the Thuggee gripped the countryside, with travelers wary of encountering their hidden operatives.
- The Thuggee's victims were often wealthy merchants or pilgrims, who they believed had accumulated ill-gotten gains.
- The British intelligence officer William Henry Sleeman dedicated his life to uncovering the secrets of the Thuggee.
- The downfall of the Thuggee was attributed to Sleeman's tireless efforts and the establishment of a dedicated police force.
- The legacy of the Thuggee still haunts the collective memory of India, a reminder of a dark chapter in its history.
- Modern criminal organizations have been known to draw inspiration from the tactics and traditions of the Thuggee.
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murder and robbery by thugsThe practice of secret or stealthy murder by Thugs.
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The shadowy organization known as the Thuggee had a reign of terror in 19th-century India.
Disguised as pilgrims, Thuggee members infiltrated villages and strangled victims using a ritual noose.
The British colonial government launched a relentless campaign against the Thuggee, vowing to eradicate its deadly practices.
The Thuggee's elaborate rituals and secretive nature made them an elusive and dangerous foe.
