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UK//ˈsmʌɡlɪŋ//US//ˈsmʌɡlɪŋ//

Meaning of Smuggling

The act of illegally transporting goods across a border.

In simple words: Bringing things into a place secretly and illegally.

Smuggling in a sentence

  • They were caught smuggling drugs across the border.
  • Smuggling goods without declaring them can lead to heavy fines.
  • Authorities are cracking down on smuggling operations in the region.
  • He faced serious charges for smuggling endangered species.
  • The documentary shed light on the issues tied to smuggling.

How to use Smuggling

Used mainly in legal contexts or discussions about crime. Avoid using in formal writing unless necessary.

Grammar pattern

smuggle + object + (into + location)

Memory hint

Think of 'smug' faces sneaking in goods behind someone's back.

Related words

Collocations with Smuggling

  • human smuggling
  • smuggling ring
  • drug smuggling
  • smuggling operation
  • smuggling route

Synonyms for Smuggling

  • trafficking
  • contraband
  • illegal import
  • bootlegging
  • filching

Common mistakes with Smuggling

  • Confused with 'smuggle' as a noun instead of a verb.
  • Using 'smuggling' instead of 'smuggle' in simple past forms.

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Frequently asked questions about Smuggling

What does Smuggling mean?

Bringing things into a place secretly and illegally.

What is the definition of Smuggling?

The act of illegally transporting goods across a border.

How do you use Smuggling in a sentence?

They were caught smuggling drugs across the border.

Can you give another example of Smuggling?

Smuggling goods without declaring them can lead to heavy fines.

What are synonyms for Smuggling?

Common alternatives include trafficking, contraband, illegal import, bootlegging, filching.

What words go with Smuggling?

It commonly pairs with human smuggling, smuggling ring, drug smuggling, smuggling operation, smuggling route.

What are common mistakes when using Smuggling?

Confused with 'smuggle' as a noun instead of a verb. Using 'smuggling' instead of 'smuggle' in simple past forms.

How do you pronounce Smuggling?

US: //ˈsmʌɡlɪŋ//, UK: //ˈsmʌɡlɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Smuggling?

Used mainly in legal contexts or discussions about crime. Avoid using in formal writing unless necessary.