Historical Crimes And Criminals

noun the act of stealing from someone on a public road or highway

• The government has implemented strict measures to combat highway robbery in the region.
• I can't believe how expensive that meal was, it's like highway robbery!
• Paying that much for a concert ticket is just straight up highway robbery.
• The prices at that store are so inflated, it feels like highway robbery every time I shop there.

noun a person who administers poison, typically with the intent to harm or kill

• The poisoner was apprehended by the authorities and brought to trial.
• I heard that the poisoner got caught red-handed by the police.
• The poisoner is a real lowlife, preying on innocent victims.
• His words acted as a poisoner, spreading negativity throughout the team.