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Delinquency

Noun: The state or quality of being delinquent; failure to fulfill one's obligations or duties.

Example Sentence: The delinquency of the student resulted in his suspension from school.

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Delinquency

Noun: Criminal behavior, especially that committed by young people.

Example Sentence: The rise in delinquency rates among teenagers is a matter of concern for the community.

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Delinquency

Noun: A sum of money that is due and unpaid.

Example Sentence: The company faces a significant delinquency in the payment of their debts.

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Delinquency

Noun: An act or behavior that is considered inappropriate or unacceptable by societal standards.

Example Sentence: Graffiti and vandalism are acts of delinquency and should be discouraged.

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