Definition of "kingpins" []

• Plural form of kingpin. (noun)

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• "The second theory is that Fitz is a mastermind and is using a tactic he applied when prosecuting mob kingpins, which is a series of indictments that ultimately lead to the big fish."
• "The kingpins are the Reddy brothers, who in addition to owning large tracts of mining land, also now hold state government ministerships."
• "The 1986 Crime Bill established much tougher drug sentences, especially for the so-called kingpins, and created asset forfeiture provisions allowing seizure of drug dealers 'ill-gotten gains."