suspect

noun B2

Meaning

A suspect is a person believed to be involved in a crime or wrongdoing, often under investigation by authorities.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "suspect" as a verb with its noun form; they have different meanings.

Example Sentences

The police arrested the main suspect in the robbery case .
The police caught the main suspect after the robbery last night .
The police questioned the suspect about the recent burglary .
Who is the main suspect in the robbery case ?

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