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trafficking

[ traf-i-king ]

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noun

the practice of dealing or trading in a commodity or service, often an illegal one:
drug trafficking.
human trafficking.
sex trafficking.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of trafficking¹

First recorded in 1530–40; traffic ( def ) + -ing ¹( def )

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State law also carries stronger felony penalties for sex trafficking a minor under age 18.

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French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin has suggested the attacks are the work of gangs who are retaliating against a new government crackdown on drug trafficking.

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The nomination sparked controversy because Gaetz was previously under investigation by the Department of Justice for allegations of child sex trafficking.

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Epstein - who was said to have taken the photo - died in jail facing sex trafficking charges.

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Giuffre, an American, said she became a victim of sex trafficking when she was a teenager.

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