ringleader
noun
ring·lead·er
ˈriŋ-ˌlē-dər 
: a leader of a ring of individuals engaged especially in improper or unlawful activities
Examples of ringleader in a Sentence
the ringleader of a gang of criminals
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In 2012, the ringleader of the escaped prison gang, George Rivas, was put to death for the murder.
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Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 20 May 2025
For Carpenter, Pharrell designed a custom burgundy pinstriped tailcoat accented with crystal buttons, worn over a pinstriped bodysuit and paired with Chopard diamonds, the overall look creating the effect of a glamorous circus ringleader.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2025
Criminal complaint The alleged ringleader of the operation, Arron S. King Sr., 50, of St. Paul, recorded a video of himself about three hours after the burglary, with cash spread on a bed behind him, the criminal complaint states.
—Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 5 May 2025
Hagen shares factoids and stories about where the Eras Tour ringleader has frequented, dined and been seen out with friends.
—Bryan West, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
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Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 20 May 2025
For Carpenter, Pharrell designed a custom burgundy pinstriped tailcoat accented with crystal buttons, worn over a pinstriped bodysuit and paired with Chopard diamonds, the overall look creating the effect of a glamorous circus ringleader.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2025
Criminal complaint The alleged ringleader of the operation, Arron S. King Sr., 50, of St. Paul, recorded a video of himself about three hours after the burglary, with cash spread on a bed behind him, the criminal complaint states.
—Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 5 May 2025
Hagen shares factoids and stories about where the Eras Tour ringleader has frequented, dined and been seen out with friends.
—Bryan West, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for ringleader
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“Ringleader.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ringleader. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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ringleader
noun
ring·lead·er
ˈriŋ-ˌlēd-ər
: a leader especially of a group of persons who cause trouble
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