suspect

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He has raced to social media to announce the capture of suspects in two high-profile shootings—that of Charlie Kirk and that at Brown University—before any suspect was actually apprehended.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

How Tereza’s exile helps her countrymen isn’t quite clear, but I suspect it starts with giving someone younger her house and her job.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

While the trailer makes a point of not giving away this crucial piece of information, I suspect most film writers will.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Avon and Somerset Police said the suspect fled the scene on a black and grey electric bike in the direction of Soundwell.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

“She’s not very fond of all the silly sideshow antics down at Luigi’s library. I suspect she wouldn’t mind seeing the place run by more responsible adults.”

From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein