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Definition
Suspect; a person suspected of committing a crime.
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How it's used
Used primarily in formal news reports or legal contexts, this term sounds quite stiff in casual conversation. When speaking informally about someone who is suspected of a crime, people often use descriptive phrases like 嫌疑人 or simply describe the person's actions instead of using this specific noun.
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The police finally caught that suspect.
Do you think that suspect is lying?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this word to describe someone you just suspect of a minor social faux pas or a small mistake, as it carries a heavy criminal connotation. It is strictly reserved for individuals involved in police investigations or legal proceedings.
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Grammar guides
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